Sous Chef

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Job Description For Sous Chef

NOVOTEL

Company Description

Hotel that makes every moment matter

The centrally-located Novotel Makassar Grand Shayla provides everything the discerning traveller looks for in a hotel. After a day's work in the business centre, or sightseeing around town, reap the benefits of a massage or a dip in the outdoor pool. With 4-star service and first-rate amenities, we have all your needs covered at Novotel.

Job Description

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop and implement new menu concepts, focusing on both international and local Indonesian cuisines
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and safety
• Lead, mentor, and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment
• Manage inventory, control costs, and maintain relationships with suppliers
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized kitchen
• Assist in menu engineering and pricing strategies to optimize profitability
• Participate in culinary events and promotions to enhance the restaurant's reputation
• Step in for the Executive Chef when necessary, maintaining seamless kitchen operations

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience in high-end restaurants or hotels
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar leadership role
• Strong expertise in international cuisine, with knowledge of Indonesian culinary traditions a plus
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to build and inspire a cohesive kitchen team
• Keen eye for detail in food presentation, quality, and safety
• Proficiency in kitchen management, including cost control, inventory management, and menu engineering
• Food safety certification and thorough understanding of health and safety regulations
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Excellent communication skills in English; knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia is advantageous
• Proficiency in kitchen management software
• Passion for culinary innovation and storytelling through food
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make quick, effective decisions
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you are most welcome to let us know.

Benefits Your Way:

• Access to Accor team benefits, including global discount's on accommodation and food & beverage.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The opportunity to grow and progress your career with Australia's largest hospitality employer - Accor
• Accor has a strong focus on ensuring all of its people feel welcome and feel valued.

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/ Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS.