Sous Chef

Job Description

Sous Chef – Continental Cuisine (Cafe)

Department

Kitchen / Culinary

Designation

Sous Chef – Continental

Industry

Hospitality / Cafe

Reporting To

Head Chef / Executive Chef

Location

As per company requirements

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and passionate Sous Chef specializing in Continental cuisine to join our cafe kitchen team. The ideal candidate should have strong culinary expertise, hands-on experience in cafe operations, and the ability to assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen activities, maintaining food quality, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth food production.

Prepare and oversee Continental dishes, including pastas, pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, salads, soups, steaks, grills, and other cafe-style offerings.

Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, portion sizes, and food quality across all dishes.

Supervise, train, and guide junior chefs, commis chefs, and kitchen assistants.

Monitor food preparation, plating, and timely dispatch of orders during service hours.

Maintain high standards of hygiene, sanitation, and food safety in compliance with company policies and FSSAI guidelines.

Manage kitchen inventory, monitor stock levels, and coordinate with the purchase team for timely procurement.

Minimize food wastage and maintain effective portion control and cost management.

Assist in menu planning, recipe development, daily specials, and introducing new Continental dishes.

Ensure proper storage, labelling, rotation, and handling of food ingredients.

Coordinate with the service team to ensure timely order execution and guest satisfaction.

Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance requirements promptly.

Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), kitchen discipline, and company policies.

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum 4–6 years of experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a cafe or casual dining restaurant.

Proven experience in Continental cuisine and cafe-style food preparation.

Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, or Senior Chef de Partie will be preferred.

Strong knowledge of Continental cooking techniques, sauces, pastas, grills, salads, and plating standards.

Good understanding of food costing, inventory management, portion control, and minimising wastage.

Knowledge of food safety, kitchen hygiene, and FSSAI standards.

Strong leadership, team management, communication, and organisational skills.

Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced cafe environment.

Flexibility to work rotational shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.

Key Skills

Continental culinary expertise

Cafe kitchen operations

Team leadership and supervision

Menu planning and recipe standardisation

Food costing and inventory control

Quality assurance and presentation

Hygiene and food safety compliance

Time management and problem-solving

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be passionate about Continental cuisine, detail-oriented, and capable of maintaining consistent food quality while managing kitchen staff and controlling operational costs. Experience in a premium cafe or casual dining setup will be an added advantage.

Pay

₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits

Food provided

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person