JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

REQUIREMENTS

• POSITION: Senior / Junior Sous Chef
• SALARY: up to 15,500 AED all-inclusive, depending on experience and qualifications
• HIRING COMPANY: Leading Hospitality Group
• LOCATION: Dubai, UAE
• AVAILABILITY: Can join immediately will be prioritized
• EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time

CANDIDATE PROFILE:
• Open to Latin American nationality
• Male/Female, 40 years old and below

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate would be a plus
• Minimum 5 years of proven working experience as Sous Chef with excellent record of kitchen and staff management
• Proven experience and responsibility in a busy, fast paced kitchen
• Excellent use of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes
• Knowledge of best cooking practices and understanding of trends and new styles
• Food Hygiene qualifications and professional cooking qualification
• Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)

JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Help in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus
• Produce high quality plates both design and taste wise
• Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality standards
• Fill in for the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation when necessary
• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation
• Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Manage and train kitchen staff, establish working schedule and assess staff’s performance
• Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately
• Maintain and go above the established standards of food hygiene, cleaning and food handling which meet current standards of legislation and compliance

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Strong problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, ability to handle tense situations with coworkers and customers calmly and rationally
• Attention to detail and high standards of presentation, creative flair and imagination
• Able to work effectively as part of a team with a ‘can do’ attitude and a willingness to continually improve; cheerful, reliable and articulate

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