Sous Chef - Fine Dining

Constance Ephelia, located in the stunning Seychelles, is seeking an experienced and accomplished Sous Chef to join our fine dining culinary team. As Sous Chef, you will be instrumental in maintaining the highest standards of gastronomy whilst supporting the Executive Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences. This is a permanent position for a culinary professional who combines technical excellence with strong leadership capabilities and a passion for innovative cuisine.
Assist the Executive Chef in menu development, recipe creation, and culinary innovation, ensuring alignment with fine dining standards and seasonal ingredient availability
Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating to maintain consistency and excellence across all dishes
Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, providing guidance on technique, food safety protocols, and professional development
Manage food quality control, portion consistency, and presentation standards in accordance with fine dining expectations
Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of food preparation, from mise en place to final plate presentation
Coordinate with the Executive Chef on inventory management, food costing, and supplier relationships
Ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and kitchen safety protocols • Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism, decisiveness, and collaborative spirit within the kitchen brigade
Adapt creatively to local and seasonal ingredient sourcing whilst maintaining culinary excellence
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and kitchen efficiency optimisation
Minimum 3 years' professional experience in fine dining kitchen environments
Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or a related field.
Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior Chef de Partie in a Michelin-standard or equivalent establishment
Advanced culinary knowledge encompassing classical and contemporary cooking techniques
Michelin exposure &/ or award-winning restaurant background
Exceptional knife skills and proficiency with professional kitchen equipment
Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and kitchen safety protocols
Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate kitchen teams effectively
Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail
Creative mindset with ability to contribute to menu innovation and development
Knowledge of food costing, inventory management, and kitchen budgeting
Experience working with diverse, international cuisines
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining composure and decisiveness
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach
Flexibilityand adaptability, particularly regarding ingredient sourcing in island locations
Food Safety certification or equivalent qualification (desirable)
Experience in luxury hospitality or resort environments (desirable)

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No