Sous Chef
- To produce the highest possible food quality in his own section, in line with appropriate food portion control, use of recipes.
- Ensure proper amounts of food are in place for forecasted covers, special functions and all reservations,
- Ensure proper rotation of food in the “Mise en place”
- Ensure proper seasoning, portions, and appearance of food
- Ensures readiness and makes priorities in case of last-minute changes
- Knows how to follow applicable laws regarding food safety and sanitation
- Prepares and properly sets up all food orders as they are received in accordance with recipes and proper presentation
- Ensures that spoilage and wastage is kept to a strict minimum
- Stores food in a proper way, covered & dated, using appropriate methods
- Follows proper safety, hygiene and sanitation practices at any time
- Works actively, co-ordinates the production and preparation of all food items within the assigned area and ensures a smooth and efficient operation
- Maintains the highest standard quality and portion control, prepares requisitions, checks expiry dates, identifies slow moving items and ensures that all items are properly stored by the section team
- Maintains all operating equipment and report any repairs necessary
- Consults with Head Chef regarding suggestions that might improve quality.
- Performs any other duties asked for by Head Chef
Health and Safety
- Adheres to all health, sanitation, food safety rules and regulations
- Reports all potential and real hazards immediately
- Fully understands & possess solid knowledge’s the kitchen’s fire, emergency and bomb procedures
- Keeps the highest standards of personal hygiene, dress, appropriate uniform, appearance and conduct
- Co-ordinates work, and works in a safe manner that does not harm or injure self or others
- Anticipates possible and probable hazards and conditions to avoid mishaps
Miscellaneous
- Attends meetings and training required by the Head Chef
- Maintains own working area, materials and company property clean, tidy and in good shape
- Is well updated on, and possesses good knowledge of F&B promotions
- Checks the restaurant reservations regularly
- Accepts flexible work schedule necessary for uninterrupted service to the food production function
- Continuously seeks to endeavour the knowledge of own job function
Is well updated on, and possesses solid knowledge of the following:
- Restaurant fire, bomb and emergency procedures
- Restaurant health and safety policies and procedures
- Restaurant corporate marketing and promotional programmes
- Competency and Skills Requirements
- Proven experience as a chef
- Excellent use of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
- Knowledge of best cooking practices
Experience and Qualification
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience of working in a catering operation
- Experience of delivering good quality food service
- Basic food hygiene
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: pa@4qconsultants.com using the position as subject of email.