Sous Chef

Application Deadline: 30 September 2024 Department: Kitchen Location: Saudi Arabia - Yanbu Description Assist in the management of Kitchen Operations including menu planning and costing, organizing special events, developing new dishes, maintaining food quality standards and comprehensive product knowledge. Key Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing special events and special food promotions.

• Maintain comprehensive product knowledge including ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets, and current trends and make recommendations for appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations accordingly.

• Maintain a hygienic kitchen and personal hygiene.

• Clean the kitchen and equipment.

• Work with Superior and Director of People Services to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive and assist in planning for future staffing needs.

• Assist in training needs analysis of Kitchen staff and ensure training programs are designed and implemented to meet needs.

• Provide input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guidelines.

• Approve leave after considering hotel occupancy.

• Work with superior in the preparation and management of the department's budget.

• Demonstrate Awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines and ensure your direct reports do the same.

• Be aware of duty of care and adhere to occupational, health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.

• Be familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly.

• Initiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangers.

• Log security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirements.