Sous Chef – Asian Cuisine

We are seeking a talented and innovative Sous Chef specializing in Asian cuisine to join our culinary team in Cairo, Egypt. As a key member of our kitchen leadership, you will work closely with the Executive Sous Chef to create exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

• Collaborate with the Executive Sous Chef to lead and inspire the culinary team, ensuring the highest quality and consistency in Asian cuisine
• Develop and maintain active menus based on sales mix, demands, special promotions, and product availability
• Participate in strategic planning and ongoing development of the hotel, including revenue forecasting and environmental commitments
• Oversee and maintain food safety protocols, including HACCP guidelines, ensuring compliance among all team members
• Implement and manage food waste reduction programs to promote sustainability and cost-efficiency
• Contribute to menu engineering and pricing strategies to maintain financial performance indicators in line with the budget
• Train and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment
• Ensure the efficient operation of the kitchen, including inventory management and equipment maintenance
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance overall guest satisfaction and achieve organizational goals

• Minimum of 2-3 years of proven leadership experience in a similar role within a 5-star hotel operation
• Expertise in Asian cuisine, with advanced culinary skills and knowledge of other cuisines (e.g., Mediterranean and Arabic)
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in menu planning, development, and engineering
• Strong knowledge and practice of food safety protocols and HACCP guidelines
• Experience in implementing and managing food waste reduction programs
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to set and meet deadlines while delivering quality results
• Strong team leadership and mentoring abilities
• https://careers.accor.com/global/en/job/sous-chef-asian-cuisine-in-fairmont-nile-city-cairo-egypt-jid-57663