As a Sous Chef at Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, you are part of a team that brings culinary visions to life through immersive, unique, and hand-crafted gastronomic experiences. In this role, you will work alongside your team of skilled colleagues to prepare the highest quality food from recipes.
Primary Responsibilities Include
- To work alongside the Executive Chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, assisting with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, and monitoring ordering and stocking.
- Assist with the planning of menus and costing, and the effective implementation thereof.
- Run the shift independently and supervise staff to prescribed SOP and maintain discipline in the kitchen.
- Ensure that the quality, quantity and presentation standards are adhered to in all sections
- Prepare and supervise required mise en place that is required for a smooth kitchen operation and ensures that the section is set prior to service.
- Provide guidance and supervision to all junior kitchen staff members.
Requirements
What You Bring:
- Graduate from a Chefs School/Hotel Management Institute or food Production Course
- 5 years’ experience in a supervisory or management capacity.
- Inventory management experience
- Strong A La carte experience, fine dining, breakfast, and casual dining
- Good knowledge of different cooking styles.
- Strong knowledge of hygiene & safety standards
Benefits
What We Offer:
At Mount Nelson, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:
- Competitive basic salary
- Loyalty and recognition rewards programs
- Employee Assistance & Wellness programs
We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.
