Senior Sous Chef: Lead Prep, Plating & Kitchen Operations

Jumeirah Capri Palace; Anacapri; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jumeirah Capri Palace is seeking a diligent Sous Chef to join their culinary team on Capri. The successful candidate will lead daily production, ensure food quality and safety, and collaborate across departments to uphold brand standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Head Chef, managing forecasts, and driving efficiency while minimizing waste and controlling costs. A strong focus on hygiene and consistent plating is essential.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Attends meetings and briefings as instructed by the Head Chef and disseminates information to related teams in a timely manner
• Informs the Head Chef of challenges and irregularities and recommends actions
• Responds positively to changes dictated by the industry, company, or hotel
• Interacts with colleagues from other departments to build strong working relationships
• Understands and adheres to the company’s policy on food hygiene and safe handling practices
• Understands and adheres to culinary standards for recipes, preparation methods and plating
• Liaises with the Stewarding Manager to maintain high kitchen cleanliness in all areas
• Ensures kitchen equipment is maintained and minimizes breakages
• Takes responsibility for quality incoming produce and ensuring orders meet specs
• Assists the Head Chef by communicating and delegating the daily production schedule
• Ensures quality ingredients are ordered accurately and prepared per recipes and plating guides

Job description

Jumeirah Capri Palace is seeking a diligent Sous Chef to join their culinary team on Capri. The successful candidate will lead daily production, ensure food quality and safety, and collaborate across departments to uphold brand standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Head Chef, managing forecasts, and driving efficiency while minimizing waste and controlling costs. A strong focus on hygiene and consistent plating is essential.