Junior Sous Chef (International)

Job Summary

Kitchen Operations

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing smooth and efficient kitchen service.
• Ensure dishes meet required quality and consistency standards.
• Oversee ingredient preparation, proper storage, and labeling of food products.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with inventory, place orders, manage food costs, and minimize waste.

People and Leadership

• Supervise and train kitchen staff to follow recipes and preparation standards.
• Provide performance feedback and support the development of kitchen staff.
• Lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Ensure team members are correctly dressed and maintain high hygiene standards.

Menu and Events

• Collaborate on creating and updating menu items using seasonal ingredients and guest preferences.
• Plan and execute special events, catering services, and private dining experiences.
• Collaborate with the Food and Beverage team to ensure smooth food delivery.

Safety and Cleanliness

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen in compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained in good working condition.
• Ensure rubbish is disposed of in the correct area and that waste areas meet cleanliness standards.

Background

• At least two years of experience as a Junior Sous Chef in a similar hotel or food and beverage outlet, or as a Chef de Partie in a larger operation serving the same guest segment, is required.
• A bachelor's degree in culinary arts or a similar field is required.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards and regulations is required.

Competencies and Skills

• Expected competencies include leadership, communication, commercial awareness, culinary creativity, delegation, planning, time management, attention to detail, flexibility, and problem solving.
• Required skills include teamwork, customer satisfaction, and customer communication.
• Team leadership is listed as an optional skill.

Benefits

• Staff accommodation and staff transportation are provided.
• Benefits include learning and development programmes, hotel restaurant staff rates, and length-of-service benefits.