Cluster Senior Executive Sous Chef

Join RIU Mauritius, home to the island's largest hotel cluster, where exceptional hospitality, career growth, and breathtaking surroundings come together.

🌟 Join Our Global Family at RIU Hotels & Resorts!

With over 100 hotels in 20+ countries and more than 70 years of hospitality excellence, RIU Hotels & Resorts is a global leader known for exceptional service, innovation, and warm hospitality. In June 2024, we proudly opened RIU Turquoise and RIU Palace Mauritius, forming the largest hotel cluster in Mauritius on the iconic Le Morne Brabant peninsula.

Join us as we continue to redefine luxury and excellence. Whether you’re seeking to grow your career, explore new horizons, or work with a dynamic, inclusive team, RIU Turquoise and RIU Palace Mauritius offer unparalleled opportunities to thrive.

Position: Cluster Senior Executive Sous Chef
Department: Culinary

🔎 About the Role
As the Cluster Senior Executive Sous Chef, you will oversee and coordinate culinary operations across multiple properties within the Mauritius cluster. Reporting directly to the Cluster Executive Chef, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional dining experiences, maintaining consistency in culinary excellence, and leading a diverse team across two flagship properties.

💼 What You’ll Do 

• Lead Multi-Property Culinary Operations: Oversee kitchen operations across the cluster, ensuring all teams meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and consistency.
• Deliver Culinary Excellence: Monitor and maintain the preparation and presentation of dishes, ensuring they align with RIU’s reputation for exceptional dining experiences.
• Drive Innovation in Menus: Collaborate with the Cluster Executive Chef to design and refine menus that reflect the uniqueness of each property, utilizing seasonal ingredients and aligning with luxury all-inclusive standards.
• Team Development and Leadership: Lead, mentor, and train Sous Chefs and culinary teams across both properties, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Standardize Operations: Ensure consistency in recipes, portioning, and presentation across all outlets, upholding RIU’s brand standards.
• Efficient Resource Management: Manage inventory and procurement processes, optimizing costs while ensuring availability of high-quality ingredients.
• Ensure Compliance: Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices, ensuring compliance with all health regulations and standards.
• Performance Monitoring: Evaluate the performance of culinary teams, providing constructive feedback and guidance to enhance operations and maintain the highest levels of guest satisfaction.

✔️ What We’re Looking For

• Extensive Culinary Experience: Proven experience in a Sous Chef role or similar leadership position within a professional kitchen, preferably in a four/five-star or all-inclusive hotel.
• Strong Leadership Skills: Ability to lead, inspire, and develop a diverse team, ensuring operational excellence and a positive workplace culture.
• Culinary Expertise: Advanced knowledge of cooking techniques, flavor profiles, and international cuisines, with a creative approach to menu development.
• Organizational Proficiency: Excellent multitasking skills and the ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume, high-quality kitchen environment.
• Commitment to Excellence: A passion for creating exceptional dining experiences and upholding RIU’s reputation for luxury and innovation.

💎 What You’ll Get

• Attractive Remuneration Package and Bonuses: Enjoy a competitive remuneration package.
• Access to Company Healthcare: After completing one year of service, you’ll gain access to healthcare coverage, with 50% of the cost covered by the company.
• Efficient Staff Transport: We provide reliable and efficient transport options for all employees to ensure a stress-free commute.
• Nutritive Meals While on Duty: Enjoy well-balanced, nutritious meals to keep you energized during your work hours.
• Special Discounts: Benefit from exclusive discounts at all RIU Hotels & Resorts worldwide, giving you the opportunity to explore our global properties.

🌟 Why RIU Hotels & Resorts?

• Your Growth is Our Priority: At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we believe in nurturing talent from within. We are proud to provide our team members with opportunities to advance their careers through training, mentorship, and internal promotions, ensuring your potential is recognized and rewarded—whether locally or internationally.
• A Culture of Belonging: Join a team where your ideas and efforts truly matter. We foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where every voice is heard, and success is celebrated together.
• Rewarding Your Commitment: Enjoy a career with competitive compensation, employee benefits, and perks that reflect our appreciation for your dedication and excellence.

🌍 Our Commitment

At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our success. We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We believe that a diverse team enriches our culture and drives excellence in service.

Additionally, we are firmly committed to sustainability and social responsibility. Through our Proudly Committed strategy, we place sustainability at the heart of all our decisions. This program reflects our dedication to minimizing environmental impact, promoting responsible practices, and making a positive contribution to the communities where we operate.

By joining RIU, you will become part of a company that not only strives for service excellence but also aims to create a positive impact on the world.