Sous Chef - Arabic

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of voco Muscat Al Mouj, a stylish and contemporary hotel set to bring a fresh energy to one of Muscat’s most dynamic waterfront destinations. As part of the global IHG Hotels & Resorts family, voco™ is known for its unique blend of reliable comforts, thoughtful touches, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. At voco Muscat Al Mouj, we’re preparing to open our doors soon — and we’re looking for passionate, talented individuals to help us bring this exciting new property to life. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a pre-opening team where your ideas, energy, and commitment will help shape the hotel’s culture and guest experience from day one. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or take on a new challenge, voco Muscat Al Mouj offers a collaborative environment, strong development opportunities, and the chance to be part of a bold, modern brand that celebrates individuality.

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Sous Chef – Arabic Cuisine to join our culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and presentation of authentic Arabic dishes, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to traditional flavors. You will supervise kitchen operations, lead a team of chefs, and contribute to menu development and training, while maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY:

• Oversee and manage the Arabic kitchen section, ensuring preparation and presentation of dishes meet established standards.
• Prepare traditional and contemporary Arabic dishes including hot and cold mezze, grills, stews, rice dishes, and sweets.
• Supervise, train, and mentor chefs and kitchen staff within the Arabic section.
• Ensure proper mise-en-place, stock rotation, portion control, and food quality during all stages of preparation and service.
• Develop new Arabic menu items and contribute to menu planning and seasonal promotions.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards (HACCP or equivalent) across the Arabic kitchen section.
• Coordinate with other culinary departments to ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods, events, or banquets.
• Monitor food cost and control waste while maintaining high food quality.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management, ensuring smooth kitchen workflow and positive team dynamics.
• Assist the Executive Sous Chef in administrative tasks such as scheduling, ordering, and inventory control as needed.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in a professional kitchen, with at least 2 years in a leadership role focusing on Arabic cuisine.
• Deep knowledge of traditional Arabic cooking techniques, ingredients, and regional flavors (Levantine, Gulf, North African, etc.).
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Good understanding of food costing, kitchen management, and menu engineering.
• Proficient in kitchen safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage large-scale production during peak periods.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work-life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our well-being framework, we are committed to supporting well-being in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.