Sous Chef — Lead Culinary Excellence & Team

Rosewood Hotel Group; Roma; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosewood Rome is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to support the Chef de Cuisine in delivering exceptional Italian cuisine in a landmark setting overlooking Via Veneto. You will lead a skilled team, uphold Rosewood standards, and collaborate with other departments to ensure guest satisfaction.

The role emphasizes menu creation and costing, HACCP compliance, and sustainable kitchen practices, with opportunities to influence dining experiences across three outlets.

Qualifications

• Assist the Chef de Cuisine in running the operation with high standards of food quality and service.
• Lead and train a culinary team, ensuring punctuality and professional appearance.
• Develop and cost standardized recipes, allergen and calorie sheets for all dishes.
• Ensure HACCP compliance and regular kitchen inspections for hygiene and safety.
• Promote sustainability initiatives and energy-efficient practices in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with other departments to support hotel-wide success.

Responsibilities

• Drive culinary excellence and consistency across the team.
• Oversee kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and monitor performance.
• Participate in menu tastings and create bespoke dining experiences.
• Maintain budgets and control costs within approved levels.
• Ensure HACCP records are filled and up-to-date.

Job description

Rosewood Rome is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to support the Chef de Cuisine in delivering exceptional Italian cuisine in a landmark setting overlooking Via Veneto. You will lead a skilled team, uphold Rosewood standards, and collaborate with other departments to ensure guest satisfaction.

The role emphasizes menu creation and costing, HACCP compliance, and sustainable kitchen practices, with opportunities to influence dining experiences across three outlets.