Executive Sous Chef

Job Description

The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations at Le Méridien City Center Doha. The role typically requires substantial experience in a luxury hotel or high-volume culinary environment, strong knowledge of international cuisine, food safety and HACCP standards, menu execution, cost control, and team supervision. A culinary qualification and proven leadership experience are normally expected. The successful candidate should be organized, creative, calm under pressure, and confident managing multiple outlets, banquets, and service periods. Responsibilities include training chefs, maintaining quality and hygiene standards, controlling food costs, coordinating with suppliers and other departments, and ensuring an excellent guest dining experience.

Company Info

Le Méridien City Center Doha is a contemporary luxury hotel located in the West Bay area of Doha, Qatar, and is part of Marriott International’s global hotel portfolio. Le Méridien is known for stylish European-inspired design, social dining, art, culture, and distinctive guest experiences. The Doha property serves business travelers, leisure guests, families, and visitors attending conferences or major events. Its facilities typically include restaurants and lounges, meeting spaces, guest rooms and suites, fitness and wellness facilities, and convenient access to shopping and central business districts. As a Marriott-managed or affiliated property, it generally follows established international standards for service, food safety, employee training, and operational performance. The hotel offers hospitality professionals an opportunity to work in a multicultural luxury environment with exposure to high-volume service and international guests.

Destination Guide

Qatar is a small peninsula rather than an island, with Doha as its main urban center. Hospitality, tourism, aviation, retail, food and beverage, construction, healthcare, education, and technology provide many employment opportunities. The culture is welcoming but conservative: modest clothing is advisable, public behavior should remain respectful, and Islamic customs should be observed, especially during Ramadan. Doha offers modern malls, beaches, museums, desert excursions, international restaurants, and excellent infrastructure. Summers are extremely hot, while winters are pleasant and popular for outdoor activities. Most foreign workers require an employer-sponsored work visa and residence permit; the employer commonly arranges medical checks, documentation, and a Qatar ID. Before relocating, confirm accommodation, transport, healthcare, annual leave, airfare, and end-of-service benefits in writing. Living costs can be high, particularly for housing, but employer-provided accommodation can significantly reduce expenses.