The Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in all their duties. Acting as a true right hand, they are capable of directing the kitchen team in the Chef’s absence and stepping in to replace any member of the brigade.
- Department: Kitchen
- Functional Relationships: Entire kitchen staff
- Reporting To: Executive Chef
Key Responsibilities :
Culinary Production
- Participate in updating and renewing menus and à la carte offerings
- Stand in for the Executive Chef during their absence
- Oversee and inspect service setup and smooth service execution, adhering to the establishment’s hygiene and quality standards
- Create standard recipe specification sheets
- Prepare dishes while highlighting product quality
- Inspect and verify product quality
Management
- Coordinate the work of all kitchen personnel on duty
- Lead pre- and post-service briefings and debriefings
- Enforce and monitor compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards
- Build and maintain team cohesion and motivation
Operations & Inventory Management
- Manage purchasing, stock levels, and inventories
Required Competencies:
Technical Skills & Knowledge
- Develop creative cuisine taking into account evolving tastes, trends, and modern culinary technologies
- Design efficient, adaptable task allocations
- Adapt work pace to the demands of both kitchen operations and dining room service
- Operate specialized equipment correctly according to precise guidelines
- Define and establish procedures and operational protocols in accordance with professional standards
- Master all culinary cooking techniques
- Establish and command natural authority
Soft Skills & Personal Attributes
- High reactivity and quick responsiveness
- Work seamlessly in coordination with other stations
- Convey clear and precise information to team members
- High stamina and resilience to fast-paced environments
- Highly versatile across all culinary tasks
Working Conditions :
- Weekend and public holiday shifts
- Prolonged standing
- Noisy environment
Qualifications & Requirements :
- Culinary/Vocational Degree
- Proven track record of successful professional experience