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