A luxury 5-star resort in Limassol is seeking an experienced and talented Sous Chef to join its world-class culinary team. The successful candidate will support the Chef de Cuisine in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring that every dish meets the resort’s exceptional quality standards. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on maintaining consistency, mentoring kitchen staff, and driving excellence across all culinary activities.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily kitchen operations to maintain consistency in quality, presentation, and taste

• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of all dishes while performing quality checks before service

• Support the Chef de Cuisine in managing and motivating the culinary team to achieve operational goals

• Take full ownership of kitchen operations in the Chef de Cuisine’s absence

• Contribute to menu design, food presentation, and service style to enhance guest satisfaction

• Train, coach, and mentor junior team members, sharing knowledge and encouraging growth

• Conduct daily briefings and communicate operational updates effectively

• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment, ensuring all equipment is in optimal condition

• Monitor stock levels, control costs, and minimize waste

• Enforce health, safety, and hygiene policies across the kitchen team

• Collaborate with management to achieve financial and service objectives

• Demonstrate creativity and high culinary standards, continuously striving for innovation

• Attend departmental meetings and participate in continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of professional kitchen experience, including at least 4 years in a similar leadership role within a five-star hotel or luxury resort

• Experience in pre-opening or high-volume operations will be considered an advantage

• Proven success in delivering high-end cuisine and managing diverse, international teams

• Culinary diploma from a recognized institution

• Food Safety certification (ISO22000 preferred)

• Additional management qualifications will be considered an asset

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong hands-on culinary expertise and leadership skills

• Excellent knowledge of food costing, menu engineering, and quality control

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Fluent in English and Greek; additional languages are an advantage

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven

• Inspirational leader with integrity, creativity, and a commitment to excellence

In addition, please find below the benefits of the company related to the above positions:

• Competitive salary: €2,600–€2,900 gross/month (5 working days) or €3,120–€3,480 (6 working days)

• 13th salary

• 14th salary – Easter Bonus which is 20% of the monthly salary (eligibility upon completion of 10 months of service)

• Provident Fund – Discretionary - Company matches up to 5% of gross salary (eligibility upon completion of 6 months of service)

• Sunday Allowance – 25% of daily salary if an employee works on a Sunday

• Night Shift Allowance – 20% of daily salary (if the shift falls between 03:00am – 05:30am)

• Life Insurance - Coverage starts from day 1 of employment

• Daily meals while on shift

• Colleague’s discounts on hotel rooms, restaurants, and services at our resort

📧 Apply now: [email protected]