Sous Chef

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Foster positive thinking and motivation within all Food and Beverage kitchens by giving active assistance and advice on more effective ways of running the kitchens.
• Plan in conjunction with the Superior activities, promotions, menu implementations according to the annual marketing plans.
• Ensure that all designated action points from daily briefings or other operational meetings are being followed by the individuals concerned.
• Ensure that positive working relations with non-Food and Beverage departments are fostered giving cooperation at all times.
• Be aware of and comply with all legislation affecting the operation, including licensing regulations, health regulations and fire and safety regulations.
• Assist the Superior in compiling the annual marketing plans and budgets.
• Ensure disciplinary and grievance procedures are properly adhered to and followed.
• Be constantly aware of customers expectations and ever changing needs.
• Be responsible for and accountable for the overall food cost as well as kitchen supplies, kitchen energy costs and kitchen utensils in the assigned section.
• Find ways to improve the efficiency of the operations, which will benefit our clients.
• Assist the Superior in constantly finding ways to further improve the Food cost through strategic purchasing, without negatively affecting pre- determined quality standards.

Requirements

• Completion of GCE ‘O’; or minimum of three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of food inventory
• Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures