Senior Sous Chef

SARAI RESTAURANT PTE. LTD.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations, including staff training, menu planning, and food quality control. The ideal candidate will have extensive kitchen management experience, relevant food hygiene certifications, and a passion for culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in kitchen management.
• Hygiene certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the entire kitchen operation and prepare dishes.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff.
• Ensure food quality and compliance with sanitation regulations.

Skills

Quality Control

Presentation Skills

Training

Supervision

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (WDA)

Food Hygiene Audit 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