Senior Sous Chef

SK CATERING PTE. LTD.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Kitchen Manager responsible for the overall kitchen operation, including staff training and menu development. The ideal candidate has 5 years of experience, strong management skills, and certifications in food hygiene. This role involves ensuring quality standards and smooth restaurant operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in kitchen operations.
• Certification in food hygiene is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain entire kitchen operations and develop staff.
• Ensure quality control and presentation of food.
• Assist in menu planning and execution.

Skills

Kitchen Operations Management

Quality Control

Menu Planning and Development

Education

Food Hygiene Audit Certificate (WDA)

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (WDA)

Job description

This position is responsible for maintaining the entire kitchen operation which includes training and developing all kitchen staff and ensuring consistency in work performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining the entire kitchen operation

• Preparing hot and cold dishes and executing requests based on required specifications

• Assisting in the planning and development of menus and recipes

• Supervising, training, and developing staff and ensuring consistency in work performance

• Ensure quality control and presentation of the food

• Ensuring proper handling and storage of all food items in accordance with the Club standards and sanitation regulations

• Assist in operations to ensure the smooth operation of the restaurant.

• Maintain a planned food cost

REQUIREMENTS

• Food hygiene audit certificate (WDA) – preferably

• Min. Basic food hygiene certificate (WDA)

• 5 years of related experience