Pastry Junior Sous Chef

Role overview

Education and experience

• High school diploma or GED and 4 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage, or a related professional area; alternatively, a 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or a related major and 2 years of relevant experience.

Culinary standards and production

• Maintain food handling and sanitation standards, and ensure work areas remain clean and sanitary.
• Perform kitchen duties during high-demand periods and oversee production and preparation of culinary items.
• Lead shifts while preparing food to required specifications; prepare and cook food for regular service, special guests, and functions.
• Supervise cooks and food preparation workers and check raw and cooked food quality.
• Coordinate service and timing with restaurant and banquet departments; support food presentation and decorative displays.
• Comply with loss prevention policies, improve service performance, and communicate areas needing attention.

Team and shift support

• Supervise daily shifts, staffing levels, assigned duties, and employee progress toward performance expectations.
• Ensure employees have appropriate supplies, equipment, and uniforms; participate in performance appraisals and provide feedback.
• Handle employee questions and concerns, communicate expectations, and conduct training when appropriate.
• Participate in employee recognition and department meetings and communicate departmental goals.

Service and operations

• Support new menus, concepts, and promotions for restaurant outlets and banquets.
• Set a positive example in guest relations, handle guest problems and complaints, and empower employees to provide excellent service.
• Report equipment malfunctions, purchase supplies, and manage food and supply inventories according to budget.
• Attend and participate in pertinent meetings.

Schedule and workplace

• The posting states full-time schedule and that the position is not remote.
• The role is based at the listed Dubai hotel location.