Sous Chef (Hot Kitchen)New!

• Plan, prepare and supervise the production of all hot kitchen dishes, ensuring consistency in quality, taste, presentation and portion sizes
• Develop and standardize recipes and production procedures in liaison with the Executive Chef
• Monitor product freshness and shelf life, introducing new kitchen items based on market trends and customer preferences
• Plan and manage daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation and quality control
• Manage opening and closing procedures and kitchen operations during busy periods
• Handle kitchen-related issues or emergencies as they arise
• Communicate effectively with the Executive Chef, front-of-house, management and kitchen staff to coordinate service
• Monitor food cost and wastage within approved budgets and conduct regular inventory counts and stock reconciliations
• Control portion sizes and production yields and minimize spoilage through proper stock rotation (FIFO)
• Supervise, train and mentor hot kitchen cooks and kitchen assistants, conducting performance evaluations and preparing staff schedules
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations, maintaining HACCP and sanitation standards
• Contribute to menu development, new recipes and seasonal ingredients, and analyse sales performance to adjust offerings
• Prepare production and inventory reports, monitor labour productivity and assist in budgeting for the hot kitchen department

Qualifications & Experience:

• Certificate or Diploma in Kitchen Arts, Baking, Culinary Arts or a related field
• Minimum 7 to 10 years of experience as a chef or cook in a professional kitchen
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a senior or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety and kitchen operations
• Experience in recipe development and menu costing

Skills & Competencies:

• Accountability, taking ownership of responsibilities and following through on commitments
• Attention to detail, consistently producing high-quality products
• Customer focus, understanding and supporting customer satisfaction through product excellence
• Integrity, demonstrating honesty, professionalism and ethical conduct
• Adaptability, responding positively to changing business needs and operational demands