Job Description

We are now accepting applications for the following position:

SOUS CHEF

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Directs food preparation and collaborates with executive chef.
• Helps in the design of food and drink menu.
• Produces high quality plates, including both design and taste.
• Oversees and supervises kitchen staff.
• Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.
• Ensures that food is top quality, and that kitchen is in good condition.
• Keeps stations clean and complies with food safety standards.
• Offers suggestions and creative ideas that can improve upon the kitchen’s performance.
• Schedules staff shifts.
• Orders food supplies.
• Monitors and maintains kitchen equipment.
• Organize and conduct taste panels.
• Expedite on floor or in the kitchen as business demands.
• Participates in training restaurant staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.
• Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years’ experience in a high-volume hotel and restaurant environment.
• 1-2 years’ experience as Chef De Partie and/or Junior Sous Chef in hotel and restaurant.
• 2 year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years’ experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
• Passionate culinarian with great palette and sense of presentation.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work well in environment with time constraints.
• Ability to troubleshoot effectively.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills, performing work accurately and efficiently.
• Financial acumen (understanding of P&L)
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be comfortable working a flexible schedule and have the ability to work outside of normal business hours.

Salary Range: US$60,000.00 - US$85,000.00 per annum

Benefits: In accordance with Cayman Islands Labour Act

Location: Le Soleil D'Or, Cayman Brac, Cayman Islands

Employment Type: Full Time