Sous Chef

Company: Luigia Type: Full Time Location: Dubai, UAE About Luigia Luigia is more than just an Italian restaurant; it is a celebration of authentic Italian cuisine, culture and hospitality. Inspired by the warmth, traditions and passion of Italy, Luigia offers guests an experience that goes beyond dining, bringing together genuine flavours, lively energy and the feeling of being welcomed into an Italian home. The Role We are looking for an experienced, passionate and driven Sous Chef to join our culinary team at Luigia. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining culinary standards and ensuring consistency across all dishes. We are looking for someone with a strong background in authentic Italian cuisine, excellent leadership abilities and a genuine appreciation for traditional Italian cooking techniques and ingredients. Key Responsibilities • Support the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth service. • Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and consistent food quality. • Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes and standards. • Maintain authenticity and consistency across the Italian menu. • Monitor food preparation, portion control and presentation standards. • Assist with menu development, seasonal specials and new culinary ideas. • Monitor food costs, stock levels, inventory and wastage. • Ensure proper food storage, hygiene and food safety standards. • Train, motivate and develop kitchen team members. • Coordinate with suppliers and ensure the quality of ingredients received. • Maintain cleanliness and organisation across all kitchen sections. • Step in and lead kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence. What We Are Looking For • Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie within an established restaurant or upscale hospitality environment. • Essential: Proven professional experience in authentic Italian cuisine and traditional Italian cooking techniques. • Strong knowledge of Italian ingredients, recipes and culinary traditions. • Excellent leadership and kitchen management skills. • Good understanding of food costing, stock control and inventory management. • Ability to maintain high standards during busy service periods. • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. • Passion for culinary excellence, consistency and quality. • Italian language skills would be an advantage. Why Join Luigia? Become part of a restaurant concept where food, culture and hospitality come together. If you are passionate about authentic Italian cuisine, enjoy leading a kitchen team and take pride in delivering exceptional culinary experiences, we would love to hear from you. Bring the passion. Share the tradition. Live the Luigia experience.

Essential: Proven professional experience in authentic Italian cuisine and traditional Italian cooking techniques. Strong knowledge of Italian ingredients, recipes and culinary traditions. Excellent leadership and kitchen management skills. Good understanding of food costing, stock control and inventory management. Ability to maintain high standards during busy service periods. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. Passion for culinary excellence, consistency and quality. Italian language skills would be an advantage.

Support the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth service. Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and consistent food quality. Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes and standards. Maintain authenticity and consistency across the Italian menu. Monitor food preparation, portion control and presentation standards. Assist with menu development, seasonal specials and new culinary ideas. Monitor food costs, stock levels, inventory and wastage. Ensure proper food storage, hygiene and food safety standards. Train, motivate and develop kitchen team members. Coordinate with suppliers and ensure the quality of ingredients received. Maintain cleanliness and organisation across all kitchen sections. Step in and lead kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence.