Sous Chef

Location: Limassol, Cyprus Company: Alchemy Bar (Alchemy Bartending School Ltd.) Job Type: Full-time Website: www.alchemybar.com About Us At Alchemy Bar, we are passionate about crafting unforgettable hospitality experiences. Renowned in Cyprus for our premier Bartending School, expert industry consulting, high-end event bar catering, and retail operations, we bring precision, creativity, and flair to everything we do. To support our growing culinary and event catering concepts, we are seeking a creative, organized, and ambitious Sous Chef to join our team in Limassol. The Role As the Sous Chef, you will work side-by-side with the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, food preparation, menu creation, and event execution (ranging from private dining and corporate events to large-scale catering & daily catering operations). You will play a central role in maintaining exceptionally high culinary standards, managing kitchen staff, and driving cost efficiency. Key Responsibilities Kitchen Leadership: Assist in directing, supervising, and coordinating daily kitchen operations, ensuring seamless service during preparation and events. Culinary Execution: Prepare high-quality dishes, food pairings (e.g., tapas, finger food, paired menus), and catering spreads with consistency and high visual appeal. Menu Development: Collaborate on developing innovative, seasonal menus tailored for events, private catering, and special experiences. Food Safety & Hygiene: Enforce strict hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards (HACCP) across all preparation and cooking areas. Inventory & Cost Control: Monitor inventory levels, manage stock rotation (FIFO), minimize waste, and assist with food cost controls and supplier orders. Team Supervision: Train, mentor, and motivate junior kitchen staff, ensuring high morale and operational excellence. Qualifications & Requirements Experience: Minimum 2–4 years of culinary experience, with at least 1 year in a Sous Chef or Senior Station Chef role (experience in catering, high-volume venues, or tapas/small-plate concepts is a plus). Education: Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or Culinary Management. Certifications: Up-to-date Health Certificate and strong knowledge of food safety guidelines (HACCP). Valid Driving License for Cyprus Skills: Solid culinary technique, speed, strong organizational abilities, and cool-headed leadership under pressure. Languages: Good working knowledge of English (Greek or Russian is an advantage). Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings aligned with event schedules. What We Offer Competitive salary package corresponding to skills and experience. Opportunity to showcase creative culinary skills across diverse, dynamic events. Dynamic, vibrant, and supportive team environment. Long-term career growth opportunities within a expanding hospitality brand. How to Apply Ready to bring your culinary creativity to the Alchemy Bar team? Please send your CV (and a portfolio/photos of your work if available) to admin@alchemybar.com with the subject line "Application: Sous Chef - [Your Name]". ONLY EU PASSPORT APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED Alchemy Bar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.