Junior Sous Chef

Job description / Role

Junior Sous Chef

The Jr. Sous Chef serves as "Third-in-command" of the kitchen: assist the Executive Chef, and Executive Sous Chef in supervising food quality, production and costs. The ability to quickly and authoritatively delegate tasks to kitchen personnel.

What is in it for you:
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
- Learning programs through our Academies and the opportunity to earn qualifications while you work
- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world
- Ability to make a difference in the local community through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

What you will be doing:
- Manages kitchen staff on behalf of the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef
- Communicates Executive Chef preparation procedures and presentation standards, observing methods of preparation, tasting and smelling prepared dishes, viewing color, texture and garnishes, verifying portion sizes and ensuring that corporate standards for food quality are consistently met
- Assists with menu planning, inventory, and managing of supplies
- Gives input on daily food specials to minimize food cost by maintaining effective inventory levels
- Oversees the preparation and service of food
- Trains kitchen staff of proper food handling, maintenance and safety
- Communicates effectively with other Department Supervisors

Requirements

Your experience and skills include:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Buffet and Banquet kitchen with Arabic and International Cuisine knowledge
- Knowledge of all kitchen stations with a readily mentality to fill in for and/or assist cooks to ensure that the kitchen operates smoothly.
- Familiarity with administrative duties such as ordering, inventory, training, scheduling & hiring.
- In-depth knowledge of food safety requirements for restaurants
- Excellent communication and time-management skills
- Working experience in reputed Luxury brands and presently in UAE is preferred

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.

About the Company

A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.

From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels'​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.