Company Description Vital Media Agency is a results-oriented digital marketing agency that specializes in localized, personalized solutions for businesses across diverse industries. The team is composed of creative designers, marketers, and account managers who collaborate to deliver innovative, evidence-based outcomes. The agency focuses on transforming outstanding ideas into impactful, data-driven experiences that align with client objectives. Recommendations, consultations, and published campaigns are carefully studied, optimized, and guided by measurable performance to ensure maximum return for clients.
Role Description The Sous Chef at Vital Media Agency is a full-time, on-site role based in Riyadh, responsible for supporting the Head Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen. This role involves supervising food preparation, ensuring consistent quality and presentation, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. The Sous Chef helps plan menus, coordinates with suppliers, manages inventory, and monitors food costs to support efficient kitchen performance. Daily tasks include training and guiding kitchen staff, organizing workstations, overseeing cooking and plating, and assisting with special events or client-related catering needs. The Sous Chef is expected to collaborate closely with the culinary leadership team to develop innovative dishes that align with the agency's creative brand and client experiences.
Qualifications
- Strong culinary skills, including experience with menu planning, food preparation, and modern cooking techniques.
- Knowledge of kitchen operations, including inventory management, food safety standards, and quality control.
- Leadership and team supervision abilities, with experience training, mentoring, and coordinating kitchen staff.
- Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple orders, deadlines, and service periods efficiently.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with chefs, service teams, and other stakeholders.
- Prior experience as a Sous Chef or in a senior line cook role in a professional kitchen environment.
- Culinary diploma, certificate, or relevant professional training is preferred.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required by the operation.
- Awareness of local tastes and the ability to contribute to creative, culturally relevant menu development.
