Job Summary

The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Head Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, efficient service, team supervision, inventory management, food safety, and cost control. The role involves leading the kitchen during service, maintaining operational excellence, training kitchen staff, and ensuring every dish meets the café's quality and presentation standards.

In the absence of the Head Chef, the Sous Chef will assume full responsibility for managing kitchen operations.

Key ResponsibilitiesKitchen Operations
- Supervise daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth service.
- Lead kitchen operations during service and coordinate workflow across all stations.
- Ensure all menu items are prepared according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintain consistency in taste, quality, and portion sizes.
- Monitor ticket times and ensure timely food preparation.
- Assist in menu development, seasonal specials, and recipe standardization.
- Ensure opening and closing kitchen procedures are completed efficiently.





Team Leadership
- Supervise, motivate, and guide Commis, Kitchen Helpers, and other kitchen staff.
- Allocate duties and manage staff schedules during service.
- Train new employees on recipes, SOPs, food safety, and kitchen operations.
- Conduct regular coaching to improve productivity and food quality.
- Foster a positive, disciplined, and cooperative kitchen culture.

Food Quality & Production
- Ensure all food served meets the café's quality standards.
- Monitor freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Taste and inspect dishes before service whenever required.
- Ensure proper mise en place is completed before each shift.
- Maintain high standards of food presentation.

Hygiene & Food Safety
- Ensure strict compliance with FSSAI food safety regulations.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen.
- Enforce proper food storage, labeling, and FIFO practices.
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📌 Sous Chef (Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar)
🏢 Third Hour Bistro
📍 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar