Senior Executive Sous Chef

Bekard Gıda Taşıma İnşaat Temizlik Sanayi Ltd. Şt

Senior Sous Chef

About Us

Tepe Restaurant & Lounge is a premium dining and lounge destination offering an elevated gastronomy experience accompanied by a breathtaking Bosphorus view. We are committed to delivering refined cuisine, exceptional service, and unforgettable moments in a sophisticated atmosphere.

We are currently seeking an experienced, highly disciplined, and passionateSenior Sous Chef to support the leadership of our culinary operations and ensure the highest standards of quality, consistency, and execution across the kitchen.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience from leading 5-star hotels, Michelin-starred or Michelin Guide-recognized restaurants, and internationally acclaimed fine-dining establishments.

Key Responsibilities

·         Support the Executive Chef in managing all day-to-day kitchen operations and ensuring seamless service execution

·         Take an active leadership role in supervising culinary teams during preparation and service

·         Ensure that all dishes are prepared and presented consistently according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines

·         Maintain exceptional standards of taste, presentation, portioning, and culinary execution across all kitchen sections

·         Coordinate mise en place, production planning, and service flow to ensure operational efficiency

·         Lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef when required

·         Work closely with the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal offerings, specials, and new culinary concepts

·         Contribute creatively to the development and refinement of dishes while maintaining the restaurant's culinary identity

·         Monitor ingredient quality and ensure that only products meeting the restaurant's standards are used

·         Maintain strict control over food costs, portion control, yields, waste management, and product utilization

·         Support inventory management, stock control, purchasing requirements, and supplier coordination

·         Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards

·         Train, mentor, and develop chefs across different kitchen sections

·         Maintain discipline, organization, teamwork, and professional standards throughout the culinary department

·         Conduct regular quality checks during preparation and service

·         Identify operational issues proactively and implement effective solutions

·         Support scheduling and workforce planning according to business requirements

·         Collaborate closely with the pastry, service, purchasing, and management teams to ensure a seamless overall guest experience

·         Stay informed about international culinary trends, modern cooking techniques, premium ingredients, and developments within the global fine-dining industry

Qualifications

·         Minimum 5–7 years of professional culinary experience, including significant experience in Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef positions

·         Proven experience within Michelin-starred restaurants, Michelin Guide-recognized establishments, internationally acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, luxury hospitality groups, or leading 5-star hotels

·         Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary cooking techniques

·         Excellent understanding of premium ingredients, preparation methods, plating, and presentation standards

·         Proven experience in high-standard à la carte and high-volume kitchen operations

·         Strong leadership and team-management capabilities

·         Ability to lead, motivate, train, and develop multicultural culinary teams

·         Strong knowledge of kitchen organization, production planning, food costing, inventory management, and waste control

·         Excellent understanding of HACCP principles and international food safety standards

·         Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills

·         Ability to maintain exceptional standards and attention to detail in a fast-paced and demanding kitchen environment

·         Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style

·         Flexible and adaptable to shift-based operations

·         High levels of professionalism, discipline, accountability, and personal integrity

·         A genuine passion for gastronomy, culinary excellence, and continuous improvement

What We Offer

·         Opportunity to play a key leadership role within the culinary team of a prestigious dining destination

·         Opportunity to work closely with the Executive Chef and contribute to the culinary development of the restaurant

·         Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives

·         Dynamic, professional, and quality-driven kitchen environment

·         Career growth and professional development opportunities

·         Opportunity to work with premium ingredients and develop within an ambitious culinary organization

·         Complimentary daily staff meals

·         Transportation support according to shift schedules

·         Uniform dry-cleaning service

·         An inspiring workplace overlooking the Bosphorus

Join Our Team

If you are an accomplished culinary professional with a background in luxury hospitality and fine dining, strong leadership capabilities, and an uncompromising commitment to quality, we would love to hear from you.

Become part of a team dedicated to culinary excellence and help us deliver exceptional dining experiences at Tepe Restaurant & Lounge.