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Sous Chef - Italian Restaurant

AccorDoha, QAT2 weeks agoSenior
Seniorfulltime

Skills

Recruitment

About This Role

Company Description **Raffles Hotels & Resorts**

The Birthplace of stories and legends since 1887, Raffles is a legendary brand, steeped in history and loved by generations past, present and future.

Raffles, at distinguished landmark addresses around the world, is the vibrant heart of its destination, curating experiences that are culturally enriching, intellectually stimulating and always respectful of local communities, heritage and the environment.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe.

Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

About Raffles & Fairmont Doha

Discover two distinguished luxury brands united within the iconic Katara Towers at Raffles Doha and Fairmont Doha — where extraordinary hospitality, timeless elegance, and world-class experiences come together.

Raffles Doha offers an atmosphere of intimate luxury and bespoke service, where every detail is thoughtfully curated to create meaningful and memorable moments.

Rooted in a legacy of elegance and artistry, Raffles is renowned for delivering gracious hospitality with authenticity, sophistication, and emotional connection.

Fairmont Doha embodies the spirit of grand hospitality, blending contemporary style with the warmth and energy for which the Fairmont brand is celebrated worldwide.

With a focus on exceptional service, vibrant guest experiences, and a deep sense of place, Fairmont creates unforgettable stays for today’s global traveler.

Together, Raffles & Fairmont Doha provide a dynamic and inspiring environment for hospitality professionals who are passionate about excellence.

Joining our team means becoming part of a culture that values individuality, nurtures talent, and empowers colleagues to create remarkable experiences every day.

About the Application Process

At Raffles & Fairmont Doha, we want to bring out your highest potential.

Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire.

This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Raffles Doha as our new Sous Chef – Italian Restaurant.

As a Sous Chef – Italian Restaurant at Raffles Doha, you will be responsible for supporting the culinary leadership team in delivering authentic, refined, and high-quality Italian cuisine while ensuring consistency, creativity, and operational excellence in line with the luxury standards of the Raffles brand.

You will play a key role in overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining culinary excellence, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring exceptional guest dining experiences through strong leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for Italian gastronomy and luxury hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Chef De Cuisine in managing the day-to-day operations of the Italian restaurant kitchen.
  • Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented in accordance with established recipes, presentation standards, and portion controls.
  • Maintain consistency, quality, and authenticity across all menu offerings and culinary experiences.
  • Supervise food preparation, cooking techniques, plating, and service standards within the assigned kitchen operations.
  • Assist in the development of menus, seasonal specialties, and innovative culinary concepts inspired by authentic Italian cuisine.
  • Ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations during all service periods while maintaining luxury hospitality standards.
  • Monitor food quality, freshness, and storage procedures to ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
  • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness of all kitchen areas, equipment, and storage facilities.
  • Assist in stock control, inventory management, purchasing, and minimizing food wastage while maintaining cost efficiency.
  • Lead, train, and motivate culinary colleagues to support professional development and high team performance.
  • Support recruitment, scheduling, performance management, and coaching of kitchen colleagues when required.
  • Collaborate closely with culinary and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service and memorable guest experiences.
  • Support VIP events, private dining experiences, and bespoke culinary requests with professionalism and attention to detail.
  • Maintain strong knowledge of Italian cuisine, ingredients, cooking techniques, market trends, and luxury dining expectations.
  • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and hotel operating procedures.
  • Demonstrate professionalism, creativity, leadership, and attention to detail in all aspects of kitchen operations and food presentation.

Qualifications

  • Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum 4–6 years of culinary experience, including supervisory experience, within an Italian restaurant or luxury hospitality environment.
  • Michelin-starred restaurant experience is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine, cooking techniques, kitchen operations, and luxury dining standards.
  • Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
  • Ability to lead and perform effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
  • Professional attitude with a passion for culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.
  • Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.

Additional Information **Employee Benefits**

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience.

We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.

Our Values

Respect: We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others.

We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.

Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.

Belonging: We celebrate our differences.

We support each other and we always stand together.

Empowerment: We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.

Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

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