Sous Chef (Italian Restaurant)

1st-jobs.com; Doha; On-site; QAR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Italian restaurant in Doha is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in kitchen management, experience in Italian cuisine, and exceptional leadership skills. Responsibilities include menu construction, overseeing food preparation, and training kitchen staff. This position offers a dynamic work environment in a vibrant city.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Sous chef.
• Must have experience working in an Italian restaurant.
• Exceptional proven ability in kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process.
• Construct menus ensuring variety and quality.
• Be fully in charge of hiring and training kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Culinary science or related certificate

Tools

MS Office

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Job description

About the job Sous Chef (Italian Restaurant)

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Sous Chef to organize the kitchen activities for an Italian restaurant in Qatar, Doha.

You will be the first in command in the facilities and will create and inspect dishes before they arrive at the customers ensuring high quality and contentment.

Responsibilities:

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and polish dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing, and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staffs workload and compensation
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers

Requirements:

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Sous chef
• Must have experience working in an Italian restaurant
• Exceptional proven ability in kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Credentials in health and safety training
• Degree in Culinary science or related certificate