Sous Chef

Company Description Kitopi is a creator of distinctive food experiences, focused on discovering, building, and curating homegrown brands from the region, for the region. Founded in January 2018, the company operates over 200 outlets, including dine-in and delivery-only locations, across five markets: UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. Kitopi’s purpose is to satisfy the world’s appetite and create joy through memorable culinary offerings. Its in-house smart kitchen operating system (SKOS) drives speed, efficiency, and consistency across operations. The company emphasizes customer satisfaction and sustainable brand growth, offering team members a dynamic, tech-enabled kitchen environment. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Sous Chef role based in Capital Governorate, Bahrain. The Sous Chef supports the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating according to brand standards and recipes. This role helps lead and train kitchen team members, oversees station organization, and maintains high standards of food quality, safety, and cleanliness. The Sous Chef coordinates order flow during service, ensures efficient use of ingredients, and works closely with the team to meet performance and service targets. The role also contributes to menu execution, assists with inventory checks, and supports continuous improvement in kitchen processes. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong culinary skills, including experience with food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating in a high-volume or branded kitchen environment. Candidates should possess kitchen operations skills, such as station management, inventory support, adherence to food safety and hygiene standards, and equipment handling. Candidates should possess leadership and team skills, including the ability to supervise staff, train team members, delegate tasks, and foster a collaborative, respectful work environment. Candidates should possess organizational and time-management skills, including managing multiple orders, prioritizing tasks during peak hours, and maintaining consistency under pressure. Candidates should possess communication and interpersonal skills, including clear coordination with chefs, service teams, and management, and the ability to respond constructively to feedback. Prior experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role is preferred; formal culinary training or certification is an advantage. Familiarity with technology-enabled kitchens or standardized brand operations, and flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required. Show more Show less