Sous Chef

As a Sous Chef with a preferred background in Indian cuisine, you will be responsible for overseeing food production in all the kitchens, specifically focusing on large and multiple banquets. Your key responsibilities will include: - Assisting the F&B Manager in developing new menus and menu changes - Recommending price structures for various menu items in relation to competition - Setting F&B standards, specifications, and portions in clear relation to prices and external competition - Originating and approving daily requisitions while ordering dairy products, fresh fruits, and vegetables - Recommending the periodic purchase of special items, canned and dried fruits, and domestic and imported food items - Maintaining reasonable cost control in food preparation and minimizing food wastage - Accountable for the usage, consumption, spoilage, and control of all food produced or stored under your supervision - Conducting departmental meetings as necessary and attending meetings with general managers and F&B Managers - Ensuring adherence to hygiene and sanitation practices in all kitchens - Supervising the maintenance of proper cooking, thawing, and storage temperatures for all raw and cooked food - Coordinating with vendors to cross-check new ingredients in the market and staying updated on menus and food festivals at other hotels - Reviewing menus of all outlets quarterly to add new recipes and conducting photography and videography of food items for social media Additionally, you will be responsible for the upkeep of kitchen areas, ensuring adherence to cleaning standards, and coordinating pest control operations. You will also be involved in the purchase committee for ordering kitchen supplies and equipment, maintaining regular sales calling for business promotion, and ensuring staff cafeteria food and service standards. Qualifications Required: - Minimum of 5 years of work experience in a similar role - Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine preferred Please note that this is a full-time, permanent position with benefits including food provided, paid sick time, paid time off, and provident fund. The work location is in person. Thank you.,