MOMO - Junior Sous Chef

StudentJob; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

Employee discounts

Free lifestyle coaching

Job summary

StudentJob is looking for a passionate Junior Sous Chef for their restaurant MOMO in Amsterdam. You will play a critical role in kitchen operations, assisting the Head Chef while managing the culinary team. Ideal candidates will have 1+ years of experience in similar roles and a solid understanding of Asian cooking methods.

The position offers in-house training, discounts at Sircle Collection hotels, and a variety of employee benefits aimed at promoting a positive work environment.

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Qualifications

• 1+ years as a Junior Sous Chef, preferably in an Asian kitchen.
• Understanding of various cooking methods and ingredients.
• Accuracy and speed handling emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Help in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus.
• Produce high quality plates both in design and taste.
• Fill in for our Head Chef in planning food preparation.

Skills

Culinary skills

Managerial skills

Communication in English

Problem-solving

Tools

MS Office

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Job description

The Job

For our first ever-signed restaurant MOMO Amsterdam, we are looking for an amazing, hands‑on, passionate Junior Sous Chef. The MOMO "family" is always striving for perfection; sparing no effort to obtain the very best products the world has to offer. From the decorations on the walls to the array of beautiful ingredients each with its own particular palate. MOMO's executive chef, who is also the culinary mastermind of all concepts of The Entourage Group, created the menu of subtle Asian flavours with the sophistication of Western cuisine. Highly creative dishes honour ingredients. Flavour and textures work together in the most vibrant and light recipes. Among them are MOMO's signature dishes like the black cod with spicy miso, and the MOMO roll with tuna, salmon, sea bass, avocado and tarragon miso.

As our Junior Sous Chef, you will be a part of the second in command in our kitchen, following our Executive and Head Chef's specifications and guidelines. Furthermore, our ideal candidate will employ its culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our guests "wow" factor and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• 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 our Head Chef in planning and directing food preparation when necessary
• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation
• Manage and train kitchen staff, establish working schedule and assess staff's performance
• Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately
• Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience as a Junior Sous Chef (preferable in an Asian kitchen)
• Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
• Familiar with industry's best practices
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Fluent speaking, writing in English
• Living nearby or in Amsterdam is a must

Benefits

• In-house training
• Annual in-house experience within the Sircle Collection hotels
• Hotel staff discounts within the Sircle Collection hotels
• 25% staff discount throughout THE ENTOURAGE GROUP restaurants
• 10% retail discount at XBANK
• Collective discount at Business Fitness Netherlands
• Free bootcamp every Monday
• Refer a friend bonus
• Paid moving day
• Free lifestyle coaching