About the Role
The essential functions of this position are detailed below, and they may change as the needs of the company demand.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and the team in the production of Italian dishes across various sections of kitchen, including hot, cold and butchery areas.
• Oversee the preparation and cooking of Italian cuisine, ensuring that products meet quality standards and specifications for mass production.
• Assist in managing the cold section to prepare and pack cold dishes, antipasti and desserts, maintaining consistency and presentation.
• Coordinate with the butchery section to ensure proper preparation of proteins according to Italian recipes and standards, including specialized meat breakdown, making salami and preparing cuts like Florentine steak, etc.
• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff on Italian cooking techniques and food preparation methods, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Monitor kitchen operations to ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation and health regulations.
• Involve in inventory management and stock control, ensuring that all ingredients are available and used efficiently.
• Contribute to menu development by suggesting authentic Italian dishes and seasonal specials that align with client demands.
• Assist in quality control processes to ensure that all products meet the company’s high standards before delivery to clients.
• Ad-hoc duties as assigned.
Requirements
We are looking for someone who is/has:
Proven experience as a Junior Sous Chef or in a similar role, preferably in an Italian cuisine kithcen.
Degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or related field.
Preferably have Food Hygiene Supervisor / Manager certification.
At least 10 years of experience, preferably with a focus on Italian cuisine, including a deep understanding of meat quality and aging processes.
Proven expertise in Italian cooking methods, ingredients and cultural traditions.
Strong knowledge of food safety systems.
Good command of both spoken and written English and Italian.
Immediately available is highly preferred.
About the Company
We offer attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualification and experience to the right candidate:
- Annual Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Marriage Leave
- Compassionate Leave
- Group Medical Scheme
- Public Holiday
- Discretionary Bonus
- Shuttle Bus Transportation
- Staff Purchase Discount
- On-the-Job Training
Interested parties, please upload your full resume with your last salary and expected salary by clicking "Apply Now" to HR Department for job application.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. All applications will be kept on file for six months. All information collected will be kept strictly confidential and for recruitment purpose only.