Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Title: Sous Chef Experience: 5 yearsLocation: Dubai, UAE? Professional kitchen experience with Food & Beverage industry, hands on daily production, Menu changes as desired with proven experience.? Knowledge of kitchen hygiene practices and occupational health and safety standards will be important.? Prior experience preferably in UAE at least 5 years in a similar role with a Food & Beverage chain. ? Candidates with proven experience in Mediterranean Cuisine as developing menu items will consist of Appetizers, Authentic Platters and Grills.? Responsible for assisting the Speciality Outlet Chef in the day to day operation, taking over all responsibilities during his absence. ? Striving for the highest possible Guest satisfactionSpecific Duties and Responsibilities? Prepares daily production list? Ensures that all stations remain stocked at all times? Ensures that all kitchen staff follow the standard recipe and food portioning? Ensures that all dishes leaving the Kitchen are of appropriate portion and presented as per recipe and presentation standards set by the restaurant ? Oversees the whole kitchen operation in the absence of his superior? Attends required meetings and daily briefings with your team members ensuring efficient communication, to run the Kitchen section smoothly.General Responsibilities:1. Maintains the highest possible hygiene and maintenance standards Ensures the highest degree of application in hygiene and food safety as per the HACCP guidelines to ensure that the food served to the Guest is of highest quality standard2. Works closely and cooperate with all other key departments in the restaurant to ensure a smooth operation.3. Controls the food cost by preparing reviewing all store requisitions and direct purchases and ensure the accurate delivery of goods in order to achieve the budgeted profitability.4. Handles Guest complaints suggestions requests directly to achieve high Guest satisfaction.5. Ensures Employee Development of the kitchen team in order for them to achieve highest service quality standards set by the Company.6. Plans effectively all FF&E and Operating equipment for Kitchen to ensure a smooth operation.7. Conducts competition checks (as instructed) to assist the restaurant in being updated and competitive in the local market.8. Demonstrates pride in the workplace and personal appearance at all times when representing the operations thus identifying a high level of commitment.9. Adheres to Company rules and regulations at all times.10. Operates in a safe and environment-friendly way to protect guests and employees health and safety, as well as protect and conserve the environment.11. Conducts performance review of kitchen staff under your watch.12. Complies with the restaurant environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.13. Participates in any Training Development schemes as recommended by senior management14. Assists Management Team in any task outlined detailed by them.Skills & Proficiency:? Motivational Management Style: People Management, Communication, Leadership and Passion.? Multitasking & High level of organization in the kitchen: Commitment to Quality, Being Efficient, Kitchen Safety, Kitchen Tools, Planning, Safe Food Handling and Sanitary Practices.? Team Player: Accept Feedback, Collaborate, Show Compassion, Give Feedback, Interpersonal, Have a Sense of Humor, Team Building and Training.? Fast-Paced Decision Making: Handle Pressure, Problem Solving and Take Initiative.? Creativity: Collaboration, Experimenting, Menu Design, Presentation and Recipe Design.? Business Sense & Acumen: administrative, Budgeting, Computer Skills, Conceptual Thinking, Cost Control, Customer Service and Inventory Management.

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Sous Chef