Sous Chef
About this position
Responsibilities
• Assisting Head Chef in the supervision of kitchen production, and to participating in the food production
• Ensuring that the function provides the highest food quality consistent with cost control and profitability margins
• Supervision of kitchen staff to maintain efficient and effective operations of the department
• Proactively supporting senior managers to pursue the highest possible profitability of the department
• Managing stock in order to minimise waste and maximise quality
• Assisting in budgetary and payroll expense control as required
• Monitoring and training junior staff to follow all applicable laws, especially in regards to food safety and sanitation
Requirements
• Minimum 1-2 years previous experience within similar role
• Good communications skills
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation regulations, as well as HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) protocols.