Sous Chef

**Key Responsibilities:Kitchen Operations & Food Quality**
- Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations.
- Ensure consistent food quality, taste, and presentation in line with resort standards.
- Supervise mise en place, cooking, and plating across all sections.
- Maintain hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards in the kitchen at all times.

**Menu & Creativity**
- Contribute ideas for menu planning, seasonal specials, and innovative dishes.
- Ensure that dishes align with the culinary theme and guest preferences (luxury, wellness, Indian, and international cuisines).
- Monitor portion control and minimize food wastage.

**Team Leadership & Training**
- Supervise, train, and motivate junior chefs and kitchen staff.
- Allocate duties and ensure smooth coordination between different kitchen sections.
- Step in as acting head chef in the absence of the Executive Chef.

**Cost & Inventory Management**
- Monitor kitchen inventory, storage, and requisitions.
- Ensure optimal utilization of resources and maintain cost control.
- Work with purchasing to source high-quality ingredients.

**Guest Interaction & Events**
- Coordinate with F&B and banquet teams for special events, weddings, and corporate functions.
- Interact with guests when required to receive feedback or explain dishes.

**Requirements**:

- Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or equivalent.
- 5-7 years of culinary experience, with at least 2-3 years as Junior Sous Chef/Sous Chef.
- Strong knowledge of Indian, Continental, and international cuisines.
- Hands-on experience in banquets, live counters, and fine dining setups.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

**Key Skills**:

- Culinary excellence and creativity.
- Strong leadership and mentoring ability.
- Knowledge of HACCP, hygiene, and safety standards.
- Cost-conscious and efficient resource management.
- Guest-oriented with high attention to detail.

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person