Executive Sous Chef
About the job
- A diploma or Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
- At least 10–12 years of culinary experience in reputed hotels, luxury resorts, or fine-dining establishments.
- Strong knowledge of international cuisines, menu planning, and kitchen operations.
- Knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP, and hygiene practices.
- Assist the Executive Chef in managing the hotel's overall kitchen operations.
- Supervise daily kitchen operations.
- Ensure consistent food quality, taste, presentation, and portion standards across all hotel outlets.
- Lead, train, and motivate kitchen teams to achieve operational excellence.
- Supervise food preparation, cooking processes, and kitchen workflow.
- Develop new menus, recipes, and seasonal culinary concepts in coordination with the Executive Chef.
- Monitor food costs, wastage, and inventory levels, and ensure effective cost control.
- Maintain compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
- Conduct regular kitchen inspections to ensure cleanliness and safety standards.
- Coordinate with the Purchasing and Stores departments to ensure the timely availability of ingredients and supplies.
- Support banquet operations, special events, and VIP guest requirements.
- Ensure proper staffing, scheduling, and performance management of kitchen employees.
- Conduct training sessions to improve culinary skills and service standards.
- Handle guest feedback related to food quality and coordinate improvements.
- Prepare operational reports and assist with budget planning.
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a five-star hotel is preferred.
About the company
Accor is a global hospitality group with brands spanning economy to luxury. It earns revenue from room bookings, food and beverage, and management fees from franchised properties, while providing hotel management and franchising services. The company grows through acquisitions and investments, such as Adoria for catering and Squarebreak for upscale villa rentals, combining global expertise with local know-how. Its goal is to expand its footprint while delivering consistent, responsible guest experiences and advancing sustainability across its operations, supported by its loyalty program A Club.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
Founded
1967
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- American Express expanded ALL Accor globally on July 22, 2026, widening acquisition channels.
- Accor opened 109 hotels in H1 2026, and plans 350 openings during 2026.
- H1 2026 recurring EBITDA rose 6.5% despite disruption, showing pricing and cost discipline.
What critics are saying
- Reuters reported Grizzly Research trafficking allegations on March 19, 2026; trust damage persists.
- Middle East conflict cut Q2 room revenue on July 30, 2026, hurting UAE demand.
- Net debt hit €3.523 billion in H1 2026; Essendi impairment signals balance-sheet pressure.
What makes All Accor unique
- ALL Accor reached 100 million members and drives twice-frequent stays.
- Accor spans 45 brands across 110 countries, reducing reliance on any single market.
- Its asset-light model pairs 268,000-room pipeline with luxury brands like Raffles and Orient Express.
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Benefits
- Employee Discounts
- Professional Development Budget