The Sous Chef assists in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring quality control, and maintaining food safety standards. The role is pivotal in managing kitchen staff, preparing high-quality dishes, and contributing to menu planning for the kitchen and bar.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Supervise all food preparation activities, ensuring consistent quality and presentation of dishes.
2. Developing and adjusting menus, including special dishes for the bar.
3. Train and mentor junior kitchen staff in food preparation techniques, sanitation, and safety procedures.
4. Oversee compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards in the kitchen, including proper food handling and storage practices.
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
1. Proficiency in preparing and presenting a wide range of dishes, from appetizers to desserts.
2. Ability to design and test new recipes, ensuring that they are well-balanced in terms of flavor, ingredients, and presentation.
3. Ability to teach proper sanitation practices, such as cleaning workstations, sanitizing tools, and avoiding cross-contamination during food preparation.
4. Knowledge of inventory management systems like FIFO to ensure that older stock is used before new stock, preventing food spoilage.
ATTACHMENT : 6 months
