Restaurant Sous Chef
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Sawari Hospitality Solutions is hiring an experienced Restaurant Sous Chef for a contemporary Neapolitan-style pizza restaurant in Nairobi. The role involves supporting the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, leading the culinary team, maintaining food quality and safety standards, and managing stock and costs. Candidates should have strong kitchen leadership skills and a passion for quality ingredients and Neapolitan-style pizza.
- Lead kitchen team during service and oversee daily preparation and dough management
- At least 2 years culinary experience; Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie level
- Culinary Arts qualification required or preferred
- Opportunity to develop SOPs, mentor staff, and support menu development
- Apply via Sawari Hospitality Solutions LinkedIn page
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Original source description
Sawari Hospitality Solutions is seeking an experienced and motivated Restaurant Sous Chef to join a contemporary Neapolitan-style pizza restaurant in Nairobi. The Sous Chef will work closely with the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen operations, maintain food quality and consistency, develop kitchen systems, and lead the culinary team.
The ideal candidate should have strong kitchen leadership skills, knowledge of food preparation and safety, and a passion for quality ingredients and Neapolitan-style pizza.
Key
Responsibilities
- Kitchen Operations
- Support the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations.
- Lead the kitchen team during service and ensure smooth workflow.
- Oversee daily preparation, dough management, and station setup.
- Maintain high standards for every dish leaving the kitchen.
- Coordinate with the front-of-house team to ensure efficient service.
- Team Leadership
- Train, mentor, and supervise pizzaioli, Demi Chefs de Partie, and Commis Chefs.
- Support the development and performance of kitchen staff.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and professional kitchen standards.
- Food Quality & Standards
- Build, implement, and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure consistency in food preparation, presentation, and quality.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.
- Support menu development, testing, and improvement.
- Stock & Cost Management
- Monitor food costs, portion control, and wastage.
- Support kitchen ordering and monitor stock levels.
- Maintain effective relationships with suppliers.
- Ensure ingredients are properly stored and used efficiently.
- Qualifications &
Requirements
- At least 2 years of relevant culinary experience.
- Proven
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field
- 3+ years
Experience
Deadline: Not Specified
as a Sous Chef or a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to progress.
Training or qualification in Culinary Arts is required/preferred.
Strong knowledge of Neapolitan-style pizza or willingness to learn and master the style.
managing and developing kitchen teams.
implementing SOPs and operational standards.
Good understanding of kitchen costs, food waste, and portion control.
with stock management and ordering.
Required Skills & Competencies
Strong kitchen leadership and team-management skills.
Excellent food preparation and culinary skills.
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Strong attention to detail.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Integrity and accountability.
Technology and systems-oriented approach.
Passion for quality food and hospitality.
Why You Should Apply
This is an opportunity for an experienced culinary professional to take a key leadership role in a modern restaurant environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with the Head Chef, develop kitchen systems, mentor culinary staff, and contribute to menu development and operational excellence.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to
Sawari Hospitality Solutions on www.linkedin.com
to apply
Application
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Type
Job
Company
Sawari Hospital
Nairobi
Rolling Basis
Open until filled