Sous Chef

SUNSET METT SING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant seeks a Sous Chef responsible for kitchen operations and staff management. The role includes maintaining food quality standards, assisting the Head Chef, and ensuring compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate has a strong background in culinary arts, leadership skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Ability to monitor food quality and adherence to standards.
• Strong communication skills with kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Update Executive Chef on kitchen activities and team performance.
• Assist Head Chef and ensure compliance with food quality standards.
• Manage kitchen staff attendance and production planning.

Skills

Team Management

Food Preparation and Presentation

Compliance with Policies

Job description

The Sous Chef is responsible for:

1.1 Updating the Executive Chef about the daily kitchen activities and the kitchen team

1.2 Ensuring the preparation and presentation of food is in line with company standards and brand requirements

2.1 Assists the Head Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen

2.2 Replaces the Executive Sous Chef during vacations and leaves and taking care of the kitchen’s overall activities

2.3 Observes compliance with the company’s policies and procedures, as well as governmental laws and regulations

2.4 Ensures accuracy and quality of received food products and other supplies as required for daily operations

2.5 Ensures submission of all relevant documents to Executive Chef for immediate processing

2.6 Inspects products quality during and after preparation, and makes adjustments as required

2.7 Assists Executive Chef in inspecting all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards

2.8 Meets customer requirements in terms of special requests and dietary needs

2.9 Collaborates with Executive Chef regarding special requirements, VIPs, functions, etc.

2.10 Ensures the proper appearance (condition of uniforms) and grooming of all kitchen staff

2.11 Monitors daily attendance of kitchen staff and arrange production planning smoothly

2.12 Constantly develop skills and knowledge

2.13 Performs other duties pertinent to this job as assigned