Sous Chef

Details:
Basic
The ideal candidate will be a Kenyan citizen who has the following:
Key QualificationsProfessional Qualifications and Experience

Diploma in Culinary Arts/Certification in Food and Beverage production or similar qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in a Hospitality related field would be an added advantage
Management and Supervisory skills
HACCP training would be an added advantage
Over 3 years’ experience in supervision in hospitality industry

Knowledge in Technical Areas (experience);

Preparation before work (Mis-en-Place)
Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
Preparation of ingredients to use in cooking meals.
Cooking food as per the orders received and menu
Receiving, clarifying and reading the orders to ensure order is prepared as per the requirements.
Ensuring great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served and dispatching then to the Service Staff.
Ensuring the work area and equipment are clean and orderly for health preparation of food.
Acting as a reliever to the chef including allocation of duties to stewards/casuals.
Monitoring stock and place orders when there are shortages.
Ensuring the gas is off while not in use to reduce wastage and for safety.
Ensuring one reports to work on the assigned time.
Maintaining a high level of food quality and production with the aim of exceeding guest’s expectations.
Guiding the cooks and other kitchen staff on preparation and presentation of meals.
Ensuring the security of all foods and equipment by maintaining procedures laid down by the Health and Safety Policy.
Training of the kitchen staff and the service department on new menus
Allocating duties and supervising the kitchen staff
Handling complains that may be raised by the Member/Guests
Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time