Sous Chef Banquet - Saudi Chef

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Saudi Arabia, Riyad
Job Description

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together,
demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace
a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.


Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most
luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around
the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised
for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group
provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing
the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental Al
Faisaliah Riyadh– Located in the heart of the city and setting new standards
for luxury, Al Faisaliah Hotel is one of the most sought-after addresses
in Saudi Arabia.

Its timeless elegance, central location and panoramic views are complemented
by Mandarin Oriental’s signature service to ensure a truly unforgettable Arabian
experience.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin
Oriental Al Faisaliah Riyadh within the Culinary Department in Riyadh, the Sous
Chef Banquet - Saudi Chef is responsible for full responsibility of all related
operational and administrative aspects in the Kitchen.

As Sous
Chef Banquet - Saudi Chef, you will be responsible for the following
duties:

It is part of your role to understand
and disseminate/communicate all corporate and hotel policies and standard
operating procedures to the colleagues.

  • Group Training Technique
    trainers and trainings
  • Update and maintain a complete Training Matrix
    for your department.
  • Update and maintain Job Description and Job
    Specification Matrix for your department.
  • Oversee and maintain all
    operational and administrative aspects of the La Kitchen.
  • Create
    and maintain a great synergy between all kitchens to assure maximum
    efficiency.
  • Work closely with all related Sous Chef to ensure proper
    preparation of food items.
  • Provide leadership, direction and support
    to all colleagues at any time.

As Sous
Chef Banquet - Saudi Chef, we expect from you:

  • Support
    the Chef de Cuisine to prepare a weekly roster.
  • Ensure that all cuts
    are prepared in the highest quality by using only the best and freshest products
    as standards set by the Executive Chef.
  • Closely monitor kitchen
    department to control wastage and keep the food cost to a minimum.

  • Responsible for the ordering and requesting of all related La Brasserie
    items and supporting Chef de Cuisine with ordering meat, seafood, fruits
    and vegetables on a daily basis.
  • Oversee and take responsibility of
    the kitchen food safety related administration.
  • Follow all procedures,
    policies and practices with regard to the Jardine audit related requirements
    for the culinary department
  • Support Banquet if required for any events
    or outside catering events with manpower, butcher items or with actual dishes
    as requested.
  • To be updated with the latest food trends in the Food &
    Beverage industry to ensure the corresponding cuisine is in line or ahead
    of international standards.

Our commitment to
you

  • Learning & Development. Your success is our success.
    We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your
    career so that you grow, continuously.
  • MOstay. When you work as hard
    as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of
    the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world.

    The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive
    rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
  • Heath & Colleague Wellness.
    Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to
    us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our
    colleagues, globally.
  • Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to
    us, we reciprocate.

    We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service
    and your role.

Benefits:


  • A competitive salary.
  • A Career development.
  • Health
    insurance.

We’re Fans. Are you?

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is a well-known luxury hotel group. It was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Hong Kong, China, under the Jardine Matheson Group. The group's brand logo is a folding fan with 11 segments. In 2025, the group upgraded its brand identity with a modern fan design, simplified text, and custom fonts, while also introducing new colors like celadon green and launching a new member app. As of 2025, the group operates 43 hotels in 27 countries and regions and manages several residential projects.