Sous Chef / Junior Sous Chef

About This Role

This Sous Chef / Junior Sous Chef role involves working closely with kitchen management in all aspects of kitchen operations, purchasing, and inventory duties. The position suits a culinary professional with strong leadership and communication skills who can oversee and lead a team of cooks.

Responsibilities

• Report to and work closely with the Kitchen Management in all aspects of kitchen management, including operations, purchasing and inventories duties
• Oversee and lead a team of cooks in organizing and delegating job responsibilities to the cooks
• Responsible for overseeing the cleanliness, hygiene and maintenance of the kitchen and ensure compliance with all applicable food safety and regulations
• Observe movement of menu items anticipates and recommends changes to meet rising guests and management expectations
• Monitor food supplies, food presentation and quality
• Manage food cost and food wastage effectively

Requirements

• Strong leadership skills to lead, manage, train and motivate staff
• Team leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong proven culinary experience
• Able to learn and adapt swiftly