Cafe Sous Chef

BARCODE MARKETING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A café company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food and exceptional dining experiences. Responsibilities include managing kitchen staff, planning menus, and maintaining food safety standards. The ideal candidate has proven experience in a café setting and possesses strong culinary techniques and a creative approach to menu design.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Sous Chef in a café setting or similar food establishment.
• In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, menu planning, and food preparation.
• Ability to create and execute creative and appealing menus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including breakfast items, sandwiches, and pastries.
• Create innovative menus that cater to customer preferences and dietary requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Culinary techniques

Menu planning

Food safety

Job description

The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing the kitchen operations of the cafe and ensuring the delivery of high-quality food and exceptional dining experiences to customers. This role involves team management, roster planning, menu planning, food preparation, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and hygiene standards
• Prepare and cook a wide variety of dishes, including breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, soups, pastries, and other cafe specialties.
• Create innovative and appealing menus that cater to customer preferences and dietary requirements.
• Monitor food quality and taste to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Maintain accurate records of food inventory, track stock levels, and anticipate ingredient needs.
• Adhere to proper cooking techniques, food handling procedures, and health and safety standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Sous Chef in a café setting or similar food establishment.
• In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, menu planning, and food preparation.
• Ability to create and execute creative and appealing menus.
• A team player and leader who is able to lead and manage the kitchen
• Able to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Positive attitude with a pleasant personality