Jr. Sous Chef

AccorHotel; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Singapore is seeking a Jr. Sous Chef to manage daily kitchen operations and uphold culinary excellence standards. The ideal candidate will have a professional culinary certificate, at least 5 years of experience in the Food & Beverage industry, and previous leadership experience in a high-end kitchen. Responsibilities include overseeing kitchen staff, maintaining food quality, and adhering to safety standards. This is a full-time position with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the Food & Beverage industry.
• Previous leadership experience in a high-end kitchen required.
• A WSQ Food Safety certificate is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assume full responsibility for daily kitchen operations.
• Ensure adherence to HACCP standards at all times.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop innovative menu items.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Restaurant Experience

Food Handling

Kitchen Management Experience

Knife Skills

Education

Professional Certificate in a Culinary-related field

Job description

The Jr. Sous Chef position is an essential role within our culinary team demanding the utmost professionalism and dedication to culinary excellence.

• Assume full for the seamless daily operation of the department including acting as the Executive Chefs deputy in their absence.
• Maintain unwavering commitment to consistently delivering food of the highest quality and standards.
• Strictly adhere to HACCP standards at all times demonstrating exemplary professionalism.
• Provide essential functional assistance and authoritative direction to daily kitchen operations.
• Consistently produce food of exceptional quality to meet and exceed guest expectations.
• Ensure rigorous adherence to all standard recipes throughout the preparation process.
• Implement and enforce comprehensive safety policies within the section ensuring all staff members are fully aware and compliant.
• Delegate duties to subordinates in a fair appropriate and professional manner providing clear instructions.
• Exercise stringent control over food costs while maintaining superior food quality in the kitchen.
• Provide authoritative supervision to all subordinates maintaining a professional demeanour at all times.
• Demonstrate unwavering commitment to implementing the AccorHotels Vision and actively embody the AccorHotels Values in all aspects of work.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop and implement innovative menu items keeping abreast of current culinary trends and techniques.
• Oversee and participate in the training and development of kitchen staff fostering a culture of continuous improvement and culinary excellence.
• Ensure proper inventory management including stock rotation ordering and minimising waste to optimise kitchen efficiency and profitability.
• Maintain open lines of communication between the kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and prompt resolution of any guest concerns.

Qualifications : Requirements :

• Minimum Professional Certificate in a Culinary-related field
• Minimum of 5years of relevant experience in the Food & Beverage industry (hotel and free-standing restaurant) in a similar position
• A WSQ Food Safety certificate is an advantage
• Previous leadership experience in a high-end kitchen required
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of colleagues
• Service-oriented with an eye for detail
• Multicultural awareness and ability to work and thrive within a culturally diverse environment

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Singapore. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining work authorization documents.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills: Culinary Experience,Food Handling,Restaurant Experience,Kitchen Management Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Kitchen Experience,Labor Cost Analysis,Catering,Cooking,Cost Control,Sanitation,Knife Skills

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1