Position Overview
The Sous Chef directs all sections of the kitchen's operations to guide preparation of food across all workstations. He/she guides all sections of the kitchen's operations and implements continuous improvement across all workstations. He/she performs audits on adherence of customer service standards and leads the compliance of service, food hygiene, health, and safety standards.

The Role

A. Guide Food Preparation

1. Guide the preparation of food across workstations based on speed and rhythm of service
2. Guide the plating of food items across the workstations
3. Guide the preparation of workstations before the start of each service

B. Execute Food and Beverage Operations

1. Prepare roster based on operational needs
2. Monitor inventory level to ensure sufficient inventory for kitchen operations
3. Provide on-the-job training and performance evaluation to subordinates
4. Verify cost analysis of new dishes

C. Maintain Hygiene, Safety and Standards

1. Perform audits on staff's adherence to the organisation's personal, food and beverage hygiene standards

D. Contribute to Continuous Improvement

1. Provide recommendations for the development of new recipes to renew menus based on sales and suggestions
2. Suggest areas for continuous improvement across workstations

E. Maintain Customer Experience

1. Perform audits on the adherence of customer service standards
2. Analyse service challenges to ascertain customer service delivery gaps

Talent Profile

1. At least 5 years of experience in a luxury hotel or upscale restaurant
2. In-depth knowledge of food and kitchen equipment
3. Experienced in recipe formulation