Sous Chef

Job Title: Sous Chef

Department: Kitchen / Food & Beverage

Reports To: Executive Chef / Head Chef

Location: Haridwar Bye Pass Road Dehradun

Position Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

The Sous Chef is the second-in-command in the kitchen and plays a key role in managing kitchen operations. They assist the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation, ensuring high quality, consistency, and timely delivery of all food items. The Sous Chef supervises kitchen staff, maintains hygiene standards, and helps control costs and inventory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of kitchen staff.
• Ensure that food is prepared according to standard recipes and quality specifications.
• Monitor food presentation and portion control.
• Ensure proper cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation of the kitchen and all food preparation areas.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Assist in menu planning, development, and costing.
• Train, mentor, and develop junior kitchen staff.
• Handle kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company standards.
• Work closely with service teams to ensure timely and accurate food delivery.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or relevant field.
• Proven experience as Sous Chef or in a similar supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen safety, and sanitation standards.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and team management abilities.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Experience:

• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or relevant field.
• Proven experience as Sous Chef or in a similar supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen safety, and sanitation standards.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer knowledge (Excel, inventory software, costing tools, email communication, etc.).
• Excellent communication and team management abilities.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Rotational shift

Work Location: In person