Sous Chef - Western Cuisine

• Foster positive thinking and motivation within all Food and Beverage kitchens by giving active assistance and advice on more effective ways of running the kitchens. • Plan in conjunction with the Superior activities, promotions, menu implementations according to the annual marketing plans. • Ensure that all designated action points from daily briefings or other operational meetings are being followed by the individuals concerned. • Ensure that positive working relations with non-Food and Beverage departments are fostered giving cooperation at all times. • Be aware of and comply with all legislation affecting the operation, including licensing regulations, health regulations and fire and safety regulations. • Assist the Superior in compiling the annual marketing plans and budgets. • Ensure disciplinary and grievance procedures are properly adhered to and followed. • Be constantly aware of customers expectations and ever changing needs. • Be responsible for and accountable for the overall food cost as well as kitchen supplies, kitchen energy costs and kitchen utensils in the assigned section. • Find ways to improve the efficiency of the operations, which will benefit our clients. • Assist the Superior in constantly finding ways to further improve the Food cost through strategic purchasing, without negatively affecting pre- determined quality standards. • Constantly strive to reduce energy consumption through awareness campaigns within all kitchens. • Co-operate with and drive forward the implementations of minimum operating. standards in all Food and Beverage kitchens through close follow up with outlet Managers. • Complete detailed checks of the entire Food and Beverage operation during all service periods taking necessary actions to correct any deviation from quality standards. • Conduct daily inspections of kitchens. Check food mise en place. • Plan, co-ordinate and supervise all menu implementations in a timely manner as well as proper documentation of the fo…