Jonier Sous Chef

Job description

Financial Accountability

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Oversee food requisitioning, preparation, and waste control in all kitchen sections to maintain appropriate food costs.

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Maximize colleague productivity to minimize payroll expenses.

Conditions of Work

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Responsible for managing various kitchen sections, including vegetable garnish, meat station, cold appetizers, pastry, and more.

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Available to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays, and assist with private event operations as needed.

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Capable of multitasking efficiently and working under pressure.

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Occasionally required to perform heavy lifting while on duty.

Role Overview

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Oversee culinary operations across different kitchen sections.

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Ensure the smooth functioning of kitchen areas, maintaining Alila Jabal Akhdar F&B Culinary standards.

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Supervise and participate in daily food preparation as per business requirements.

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Maintain efficient workflow in adherence to the Sequence of Service and relevant SOPs in the F&B standards manual.

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Flexibility to work any shift as per operational needs.

Communication

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Internal: Daily interaction with Chef de Partie, Demi-Chef de Partie, and Commis within respective kitchen sections. Collaboration with kitchen management and outlet staff.

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External: Interaction with food suppliers and in-house guests as required.

Main Duties

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Report to duty punctually.

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Ensure daily ingredient preparation for menu items within the kitchen sections.

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Directly manage food production and monitor waste management.

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Assign and oversee food preparation tasks within team sections.

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Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in accordance with HACCP guidelines.

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Perform other reasonable duties as requested by management.

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Address customer needs and requests within acceptable timeframes.

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Continuously seek opportunities to enhance service quality.

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Support team members to achieve work goals and foster a respectful, collaborative work environment.

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Communicate professionally and politely with colleagues.

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Maintain high personal grooming standards in line with Alila Jabal Akhdar F&B Culinary expectations.

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Seek support from supervisors and managers when needed.

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Strive to exceed customer expectations.

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Possess a thorough understanding of the brand concept, history, and vision.

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Complete basic food hygiene training and uphold hygiene standards, including proper labeling and FIFO practices.

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Ensure all cleaning schedules and side duties are completed as per daily checklists.

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Complete daily, weekly, and monthly kitchen checklists.

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Attend mandatory training sessions and proactively pursue career development.

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Communicate issues to management promptly.

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Engage positively with team members.

Administration

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Review the notice board and outlet briefing sheets daily to stay informed of Alila Jabal Akhdar F&B Culinary events, local information, rosters, sold-out items, daily specials, and other relevant updates.