Sous Chef

Sous Chef Summary of Responsibilities

The main responsibilities and tasks of this position are as listed below, but not limited to these:

• Ensure that all recipes and product yields are accurately costed and reviewed regularly
• Ensure that all food items are prepared as per standard recipe cards whilst maintaining portion control and minimizing waste
• Ensure that food stock levels within the culinary department areas are of sufficient quantity and quality in relevance to the hotel occupancy and function forecasts
• Creative menu planning and correct food preparation for each outlets including banquets
• To work in close conjunction with the Food and Beverage Manager and respective & teams, to create a yearly marketing Plan for the outlet
• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels
• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints
• To be aware of all financial budgets and goals
• Ensure that the culinary department adheres to all company and hotel policies and procedures
• Project a positive and motivated attitude amongst all colleagues
• Support the Culinary and Stewarding team to be consistent in service, use a collaborative, enabling leadership style, have regular team meetings
• Ensure that the overall culinary department is motivated and that positive feedback on work performance is given
• Coach and counsel employees in a timely manner and in accordance with Company policy
• Identify strengths and weaknesses and provide timely feedback to the individual
• Ensure that weekly work schedules and annual leave planners are administered and filed correctly

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in the management culinary position, preferably in similar operations style
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with all levels of employees
• Service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team
• Good presentation and influencing skills