Job Description
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading our kitchen operations. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of food quality, hygiene, consistency, and kitchen efficiency while supervising and mentoring the culinary team.
The Sous Chef will play a key role in maintaining smooth day-to-day kitchen operations, managing inventory, controlling food costs, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations.
- Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff to ensure efficient performance.
- Ensure all food is prepared consistently and served to the highest quality standards.
- Monitor food preparation, portion control, and plating.
- Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal menu updates.
- Maintain appropriate stock levels and place orders when required.
- Monitor inventory, minimise food wastage, and control kitchen costs.
- Ensure compliance with Singapore Food Agency (SFA) food safety regulations and company SOPs.
- Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organisation throughout the kitchen.
- Conduct regular checks on food quality, freshness, and storage.
- Handle customer feedback relating to food quality promptly and professionally.
- Coordinate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.
- Assist in scheduling kitchen staff and managing manpower during operations.
- Support the Head Chef in achieving operational and financial targets.
- Take charge of kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.
- Perform any other duties assigned by Management.
