Pastry Junior Sous Chef Hilton Singapore Orchard

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


The Junior Sous Chef will manage and lead the team in the absence of Chef de Cuisine/ Sous Chef to ensure smooth running culinary operation and maximize the level of standard in the hotel\xe2\x80\x99s kitchen.

What will you be doing? As the Junior Sous Chef, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

  • Assist to plan, prepare and implement high quality food and beverage products, and set-ups in all areas in the restaurant.
  • Work seamlessly with recipes, standards and plating guides.
  • Maintain all HACCP aspects within the hotel operation.
  • Use appropriately all equipment, tools and machines.
  • Recommend improvement of training manuals and SOPs.
  • Participate actively in quality initiatives such as daily Chef briefings and monthly team meetings in order to constantly improve the culinary operation, meet targets and keep communication flowing.
  • Work on offsite events when requested and complete jobs as assigned outside of the kitchen area.
  • Assist in inventory taking.
  • Knowledgeable of hotel\xe2\x80\x99s occupancy, events, forecasts and achievements.
  • Work with Chef de Cuisine/ Sous Chef on proposing menus as requested, in a timely manner.
  • Work on new dishes for food tastings and photo taking.
  • Work closely with the Stewarding department to ensure high levels of cleanliness and low levels of lost and breakages.
  • Effectively respond to guests\xe2\x80\x99 requests and be receptive to constructive feedback.
  • Learn and adapt to changes.
  • Purchase for and control production to minimise food wastage.
  • Maintain at all times a professional and positive attitude towards team members and supervisors.
  • Adhere to established hotel rules and team member handbook, ensuring all team members under your supervision do so as well for the department to operate smoothly.
  • Coordinate, organize and participate in all production pertaining to the kitchen.
  • Check and maintain the standards of dishes, portion control and costing at all times.
  • Be disciplined and adhere to proper work practices at all times for yourself and team members assigned to you.
  • Maintain good personal hygiene, clean uniforms, proper sanitation and cleanliness of the workstations and work tools.
  • Be aware of the dangers of contaminated food and ensure ingredients in the refrigerators are checked and replaced appropriately.
  • Report to the Chef de Cuisine/ Sous Chef on any issues and take appropriate action.
  • Follow-up on changes in new recipes or work methods pertaining to new menus, daily specials, and promotional activities as instructed by the Executive Sous Chef.
  • Work closely with the Chef de Cuisine/ Sous Chef in determining the quantity of food items and ingredients to be produced, bought or prepared for that day.
  • Exercise maximum control on wastage to achieve optimum profitability.
  • Check all equipment belonging to the department and make sure that all are in good working order, and if necessary, report faults or problems to the Chef de Cuisine/ Sous Chef.
  • Prepare the necessary work orders for the Engineering department.
  • Ensure that recipes and costings are established and updated.
  • Check that the quality of food prepared by team members meet the required standard and make necessary adjustments.
  • To train and guide team members and ensure they are certified in their position before taking charge of an area of responsibility.
  • Oversee the cleanliness, hygiene and maintenance of the kitchen and undertake steps necessary to maintain the highest possible standards in this area.
  • Review all timesheets to ensure that team members\xe2\x80\x99 work times are accurate.
  • Understand, practice and promote teamwork to achieve missions, goals, and overall departmental standards.
  • Ensure that team members have a complete understanding of and adhere to the hotel\xe2\x80\x99s team member rules and regulations.
  • The Management reserves the right to make changes to this job description at its sole discretion and without advance notice.
  • Carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What are we looking for? A Junior Sous Chef, serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
  • High School graduate or above.
  • 5 years as cook in a hotel or individual restaurant with high standards or in similar capacity.
  • At least 2 years in supervisory role.
  • Possess a valid Food Hygiene certificate.
  • Knowledgeable with cooking techniques such as boiling, frying, stewing, reduction, simmering, steaming,
  • Have a variety of pastry, chocolate and bread making techniques (for Pastry Kitchen).
  • A dynamic and creative individual who brings a vast and varied experience in culinary arts, menu design and food promotions.
  • A hands-on trainer who coaches and leads by example, motivates and impresses upon the team the right attitude and spirit of culinary excellence.
  • Able to work with all products and ingredients.
  • Able to convert recipes and follow them through.
  • Able to set priorities and complete tasks in a timely manner.
  • Work well in stress situations, remain calm under pressure and able to solve problems.
  • Excellent leadership skills.
  • Knowledgeable in HACCP.
  • Good command in English, both verbal and written to meet business needs, preferred.
What will it be like to work for Hilton? Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1387626
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
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