Senior Sous Chef (Kichwa Tembo At And Beyond

KEY OUTPUTS:Directs food preparation and collaborates with head chef and executive chefProduces high quality plates ensures consistencyOversee and supervise kitchen staffAssists with menu planning, inventory, and management of suppliesEnsures that food is top quality and that kitchen is in good conditionKeeps stations clean and complies with food safety standardsOffers suggestions and creative ideas that can improve upon the kitchen's performance.Prepares food according to lodge standards and food styling guideSchedules staff shifts Train new employeesAbility to remain in budget allocated by BeyondMonitors and maintains kitchen equipmentSolves problems that arise and seizes control of issues in the kitchenDaily issuing of stockChecking of temperature gauges for all fridges and completes rosterReporting faulty equipmentAssists assessor with staff training and mentors staff/learnersLiaises with front of houseReports any issues/problems to managementBe flexible in having to work at various lodgesQUALIFICATION/SKILLS:Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and proceduresComputer Literate and sound knowledge of Excel and WordPanstrat (an added advantage)Familiarity with industry's best practicesAbility to execute instructions by the ExecutiveCreativityHand-eye coordinationTime-management skillsDecision makingDietary KnowledgeHandles pressure in a professional mannerDeals with uncertainty amongst staffAbility to be patient and develop staffHACCP (FIFO etc.)Ability to work well with other chefsAll-rounder, pastry, hot and cold sectionsKnowledge of outcomes based educationAbility to mentor and train staffPERSONAL CHARACTERISTICSGood interpersonal skillsGood communication skillsSense of urgencyPassionate about guest delightAttention to detailDiligence and self-motivation to meet deadlines and keep on top of your jobWillingness/ability to share information and teach and inspire othersWillingness/ability to train/mentor staffPREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREDHigh school diploma or equivalentFormal culinary training can be helpful5 Years kitchen experience as a Sous Chef in a high pace five star environmentPassion for kitchen management – including all kitchen administration, general hygiene and people management. Passion for training staff, creating fabulous food, and new ideas