Sous Chef

.Join the Legacy of Manhattan Grand Hotel

World of Business Pvt. Ltd. is a Maldivian hospitality and lifestyle company dedicated to redefining urban luxury and creating transformative experiences. With a vision to craft world-class destinations in the Maldives our portfolio is built on innovation authenticity and a deep commitment to service excellence.

Located in the vibrant heart of Hulhumalé City Manhattan Grand Hotel is an upscale urban retreat that blends contemporary elegance with the spirit of Maldivian warmth. The hotel features stylishly designed rooms and suites with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean signature restaurants offering global cuisines and versatile spaces for meetings events and celebrations. As one of Hulhumalés most anticipated hotel openings Manhattan Grand Hotel is set to become the preferred choice for business travelers holidaymakers and city dwellers seeking sophistication comfort and peace of mind.

We are currently seeking a Sous Chef to join our pre-opening team at Manhattan Grand Hotel. This role supports the Executive Chef in leading kitchen operations ensuring consistent culinary excellence and building a strong disciplined kitchen team ahead of the hotels launch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations across assigned outlets ensuring consistent food quality and presentation.
• Supervise and coordinate the Chef de Partie and junior culinary team during service ensuring smooth kitchen flow and timely execution.
• Assist in menu development recipe standardisation and dish costing in line with the Hotels culinary concept and brand identity.
• Monitor food quality portion control and plating standards to ensure consistency across all outlets and shifts.
• Train mentor and develop junior chefs fostering technical skill development and adherence to kitchen standards.
• Manage kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef including staffing ordering and service oversight.
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety hygiene and HACCP standards throughout all kitchen sections.
• Coordinate with the Chief Steward and Purchasing team on stock levels ordering and minimising food wastage.
• Support pre-opening kitchen readiness including equipment testing recipe trials and staff training programs.
• Ensure compliance with the Hotels brand standards health and safety regulations and Standard Operating Procedures.

To excel in this role you should have:

• Minimum 45 years of progressive culinary experience including at least 12 years as a Sous Chef or senior Chef de Partie preferably within an upscale or luxury hospitality environment with pre-opening experience considered an advantage.
• Formal culinary qualification from a recognised culinary institute.
• Strong knowledge of international cuisine kitchen operations and food cost control.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a culinary team in a fast-paced multi-outlet environment.
• Sound understanding of food safety hygiene and HACCP compliance requirements.
• Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to quality and presentation standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to train and motivate junior chefs.
• Flexibility to work variable hours including evenings weekends and public holidays particularly during the pre-opening phase.

At Manhattan Grand Hotel we believe that our colleagues are our greatest strength. We are committed to building a workplace that is inspiring supportive and rewarding. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Paid annual leave and public holidays.
• Healthcare benefits and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth through training and development.
• Career pathways within World of Business Pvt. Ltd.s expanding portfolio.
• Colleague discounts on hotel services dining and stays.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture where your ideas are valued.

If you lead with craftsmanship discipline and a genuine passion for culinary excellence we invite you to join our pre-opening team. Help us shape a kitchen culture of distinction as Manhattan Grand Hotel opens its doors to the world.