Junior Sous Chef - Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center

Job Title : Junior Sous Chef

Work Location : Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center

Reporting To : Executive Chef

A Junior Sous Chef is responsible for contributing to menu creation and managing and training the kitchen brigade to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while managing food cost controls.

What will I be doing? As a Junior Sous Chef, you are responsible for contributing to menu creation and managing and training the kitchen brigade to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Junior Sous Chef will also be required to manage food cost controls. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Ensure the efficient and well-organized execution of daily kitchen operations.
• Contribute to menu development and support the creation of new recipes and dishes.
• Maintain consistency in the quality, taste, and presentation of all food items.
• Lead, train, motivate, and develop the kitchen brigade to achieve high performance.
• Manage kitchen operations effectively in the absence of the Chef de Cuisine or Executive Chef.
• Plan and manage staff schedules to ensure operational requirements are met.
• Monitor food costs, portion control, and food waste to support budget and profitability targets.
• Oversee inventory management, stock control, and purchasing requirements.
• Review guest feedback and implement continuous improvements to food quality and service.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards and support the team's ongoing training and development.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure smooth and efficient hotel operations.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations.
• Oversee the proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Successfully manage kitchen operations for banquets, special events, and VIP functions.