Sous Chef

SOUS CHEF

Hotel: Antares by RajLaxmi
Location: Lucknow
Department: Food & Beverage Production
Designation: Sous Chef
Reports To: Executive Chef / Executive Sous Chef

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations, maintaining food quality and hygiene standards, and leading the culinary team. The ideal candidate should have strong operational knowledge, leadership skills, and a passion for delivering consistent, high-quality cuisine.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth food production.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff across assigned sections.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented according to standard recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Monitor food quality, taste, portion control, and consistency.
• Plan and coordinate daily mise-en-place and production requirements.
• Ensure proper food storage, FIFO, stock rotation, and inventory control.
• Monitor food cost, wastage, portion control, and kitchen expenses.
• Maintain strict standards of food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Train, guide, and motivate Commis, CDPs, and other kitchen team members.
• Coordinate with F&B Service to ensure timely and efficient food service.
• Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and new dish creation.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Manage kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Support banquet, buffet, events, and high-volume service operations.
• Ensure compliance with hotel SOPs and applicable food safety standards.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts / Hotel Management or equivalent.
• 6–10 years of relevant culinary experience, including experience in a supervisory/management position.
• Strong experience in a reputed hotel, resort, or premium restaurant.
• Excellent knowledge of kitchen operations, food production, hygiene, and cost control.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Good communication and coordination abilities.
• Professional, disciplined, and hands-on approach.
• Pre-opening hotel experience will be an advantage.

Pay: ₹17,735.93 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person