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Executive Sous Chef in a Leading 5 Star Hotel

eRecruiter Nigeria Limited - Our client is a luxury 5-star hotel located in Kano, with over 18 years’ experience in the hospitality industry in Nigeria. They currently have an opening in the capacity below: Job Title: Executive Sous Chef Job Opening ID: ERJ566 Location: Kano Job Summary

We are looking for a professional Sous Chef to be the second in command in our kitchen, following our Executive Chef’s specifications and guidelines.
The successful candidate will employ its culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our customers’ satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Develop recipes and determine how to present the food
Come up with new dishes which appeal to the customers, whenever required
Establish the working schedule and organize the work in the kitchen.
Must be great with variety of dishes ( e.g Oriental Cuisine)
Developing a cross-marketing strategy in order to increase profit, such as pairing drinks with the food served;
Produce high quality dishes that follow up the established menu and level up to location’s standards, as well as to customers’ requirements;
Plan the food design in order to create a perfect match between the dish’s aspect and its taste;
Train the auxiliary kitchen staff in order to provide best results in minimum time and using at the maximum the available resources;
Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours;
Create tasting menus for customers interested in contracting the food for different events (wedding, banquets, corporate dinners, birthday parties, etc.)from their kitchen;
Make sure the hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation, starting with the ingredients and ending with the finished dish which leaves the kitchen door;
Make sure that the professional equipment is in good conditions and signal any malfunction before it affects the staff or the customers.
Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Key Requirements

Proven 3-4 years 4-5 Star Hotel relevant work experience as Sous Chef
Great attention to detail and creativity
In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition
Proven working experience as a Sous chef
MUST be proficient in the use of Opera and Micros
Must be willing to work within Kano.
Organizing and leadership skills
Willingness to replenish professional knowledge
Communication,dexterity, creativity and leadership skills
Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
BS degree in Culinary Science or related certificate
Driving experience is an added advantage