Sous Chef – Outside Catering

A 5\-star luxury hotel in Kuwait is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations for its Outside Catering division, with a strong focus on high\-volume banquet functions. #### **Key Responsibilities** * Lead kitchen preparation and execution for outside catering and banquet events * Manage food quality, presentation, and consistency across high\-volume functions * Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during events * Support menu planning and costing for catering functions * Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards * Coordinate logistics for off\-site event kitchens #### **Requirements** * Expert in banquet functions and handling high\-volume production * Proven Sous Chef experience, ideally in outside catering or large\-scale events #### **Benefits** * Furnished shared accommodation (rent and limited utilities included) * Airline ticket allowance every 24 months of service * 30 days' annual vacation as per Kuwait Labour Law * Arabic language allowance for eligible work days * Local government medical insurance and workmen's compensation * Duty meals provided * Complimentary nights at partner hotels within the group after 90 days of service * Fitness centre and sports facilities available at staff accommodation * End\-of\-service gratuity as per Kuwait Labour Law * Uniform laundry and dry cleaning provided * Overtime compensated in hours * 50% discount on F\&B at select outlets (with prior booking) * No probation period for internal transfers within the hotel group; 3 months for external hires * 15 public holidays per year * Monthly service charge distribution based on days worked * Sick leave after 90 days of employment (tiered pay schedule) * 3 months' termination notice (or pay in lieu) * 48\-hour work week with 2 days off per week * Annual salary review in line with hotel policy