Indonesian Sous Chef

About the role

A hotel belonging to the Accor network, which brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations, is looking for an Indonesian Sous Chef in Makkah. The post is full-time and covers the day-to-day running of the kitchen and the kitchen brigade when the Head Chef is absent.

Key responsibilities

• Control all aspects of daily kitchen operations and the kitchen brigade in the Head Chef's absence
• Ensure all food prepared and served meets the agreed standards
• Inspect the kitchen and food preparation areas regularly
• Control food items issued from the kitchen and enforce portion control, acting on wastage
• Store food correctly with proper stock rotation and security
• Check deliveries against documentation for quantity and quality
• Help keep food costs within budget and promote communication between the kitchen and other departments
• Comply with Health and Safety Act and Food Hygiene Regulations, wear protective clothing and report defects, accidents and training needs

Required profile

• Experience in a busy food operation within the last 2 years
• Knowledge of a busy working kitchen and banqueting operation
• NVQ in a kitchen qualification
• Enthusiasm and passion for food, punctuality, reliability and self-motivation

Required skills

• Thorough understanding of H&S regulations and ability to follow food hygiene policy
• HACCP and COSHH
• Ability to work independently and build rapport quickly with senior management
• Positive approach to menu planning and development, and flair for fresh ingredients