Accor: Sous Chef Western - Fairmont Agra — Agra, UP, India

About Accor

Accor operates in hospitality through hotels, restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Its employer material describes a collection of brands with different identities and a common focus on guest experiences. The business therefore brings together the service and operational functions needed to run hospitality venues, rather than offering one uniform hotel product. Its recruitment introduction emphasises opportunities across professions within hotels and other hospitality settings, reflecting the range of work involved in delivering those experiences.

The position and its setting

Accor lists Sous Chef Western - Fairmont Agra in Agra, UP, India, under reference REF111556L. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 17 October 2026
• Brands: AccorHotel

Responsibilities and work described

• The Sous Chef – Western Cuisine is responsible for managing the Western kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and service excellence
• The role supports the Chef de Cuisine in menu execution, supervises the culinary team, maintains food safety standards, and ensures smooth kitchen operations in line with luxury hotel standards
• Management: daily operations of the Western kitchen section
• Supervise preparation and production of Western cuisine including appetizers, soups, salads, pasta, grills, main courses, and desserts as required
• Quality / delivery: consistency in taste, quality, presentation, and portion control
• Support: the Chef de Cuisine in menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal promotions
• Supervise, train, and motivate Western kitchen team members
• Preparation: daily production schedules and allocate tasks efficiently
• Quality / delivery: timely food preparation for restaurants, banquets, events, and VIP guest requirements
• Monitoring: food costs, wastage, inventory levels, and portion control
• Quality / delivery: proper handling, storage, and rotation of food items
• Maintenance: compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and food safety standards
• Research / execution: regular quality checks and ensure kitchen cleanliness
• Coordination: with other kitchen sections and departments for smooth service operations
• Support: developing new dishes and improving existing menu offerings
• Quality / delivery: proper maintenance and usage of kitchen equipment

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field
• Minimum 4–6 years of culinary experience with Western cuisine expertise
• Knowledge: European, Mediterranean, and contemporary Western cooking techniques

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Previous experience as Chef de Partie – Western, Junior Sous Chef, or Sous Chef in a luxury hotel is preferred

Location, schedule and contract conditions

• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Agra, UP, India

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• Come As You Are
• Work With Purpose
• Grow, Learn and Enjoy
• Explore Limitless Possibilities

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Sous Chef Western - Fairmont Agra vacancy is not an offer for reference REF111556L; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to Accor

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official Accor posting below and match the title and reference REF111556L.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Agra, UP, India position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

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Use the employer’s application option, complete the required fields and review the submission. Retain the acknowledgement when one is provided. Job Alerts World does not receive the application.

Practical preparation: maintenance

A maintenance example should identify the asset, the fault or preventive task and the action you performed. Explain the checks, records and handover involved in returning equipment or a service to use.

Relevant skills

• maintenance
• compliance
• training
• inventory
• food safety
• culinary operations
• event operations
• food preparation
• kitchen operations