Sous Chef - Cold Kitchen

Job Opening: Sous Chef - Cold Kitchen
Location: Miraval The Red Sea

We are currently hiring a dynamic and experienced Sous Chef to join our team at Miraval The Red Sea, a resort built on the pillars of mindfulness, wellness, and elevated hospitality.
What We’re Looking For:
A strong leader with a solid background in international cuisine, the ideal candidate will bring not only exceptional culinary skill but also the ability to lead a team, maintain HACCP standards, and efficiently handle all kitchen paperwork and operational tasks. You will work closely with the Chef de Cuisine, contributing to a shared goal of excellence and consistency in both food and service.

Key Responsibilities:
• Support in day-to-day kitchen operations
• Lead and motivate a multicultural team in a high-volume environment
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene regulations
• Manage kitchen documentation, inventory, and daily reports
• Maintain consistent quality in international cuisine preparation and presentation
• Foster a positive kitchen culture through effective communication and collaboration
 

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years culinary experience in luxury hotels, resorts, or wellness retreats, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

  
  

• Strong background in international cuisine, with emphasis on healthy, mindful, and wellness-oriented menus.

  
  

• Formal culinary education or equivalent professional training.

  
  

• Proven track record in fine dining, banquets, and à la carte operations.

  
  

• Experience in menu development, including plant-based, gluten-free, and dietary-specific offerings.

  
  

• Knowledge of food cost control, inventory management, and HACCP standards.

  
  

• Ability to train, mentor, and inspire a multicultural culinary team.

  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

  
  

• Creativity and passion for culinary innovation aligned with wellness philosophy.

  
  

• Strong ability to maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all outlets.

  
  

• Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills.

  
  

• Commitment to sustainability and use of local, seasonal ingredients where possible.

  
  

• Flexible, adaptable, and culturally aware.

  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, and work in hot and fast-paced kitchen environments for extended periods.

  
  

• Capable of lifting and carrying items up to 20 kg.

  
  

• Manual dexterity for knife work and fine food preparation.

  
  

Work Environment

• Based at Miraval The Red Sea, a luxury wellness resort.

  
  

• Dynamic, multicultural team environment with a focus on wellness, mindfulness, and guest experience.

  
  

• Requires working weekends, holidays, and flexible hours based on operational needs.