Sous Chef | Crowne Plaza Kathmandu Pulchowk

At Crowne Plaza Kathmandu Pulchowk, we believe in the beauty of balance, where contemporary elegance, purposeful service, and meaningful connections come together. Nestled in the vibrant heart of city, our new upcoming hotel offers 175 thoughtfully designed rooms, exceptional dining destinations, rejuvenating wellness spaces, and versatile venues for inspired meetings and events.

We create truly memorable dining experiences through exceptional flavors, creativity, and teamwork in the kitchen. But could you be the one helping lead our culinary team to deliver outstanding experiences for every guest? We’re searching for a Sous Chef to support our kitchen operations and assist in delivering high-quality cuisine, efficient operations, and exceptional culinary standards across our dining outlets and banquet operations.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:
● Supporting the Executive Chef in the daily management of kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery
● Supervising culinary colleagues and assisting in maintaining high standards of food preparation, presentation, and quality across all outlets
● Assisting with menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal offerings aligned with guest preferences and brand standards
● Monitoring food quality, portion control, and kitchen hygiene to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
● Coordinating with Food & Beverage, Stewarding, and Purchasing teams to support daily operations and banquet functions
● Assisting with inventory management, ordering, cost control, and minimizing food waste
● Supporting training, coaching, and development of culinary team members to maintain a positive and high-performing kitchen environment
● Ensuring kitchen equipment and work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and organized condition

What We need from you:

● Diploma or higher education qualification in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or related field preferred
● Minimum 5–7 years of culinary experience within a hotel or upscale restaurant environment, including supervisory experience preferred
● Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and culinary techniques
● Ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced hospitality environment
● Good communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
● Creativity and passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences
● Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety standards as required by local regulations

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, color, 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 myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.  

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