Sous Chef

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.Objective: The Sous Chef will play a vital role in meal preparations, training and overseeing the work of Offrejoie individuals in the community kitchen. The project aims to improve food security and nutrition for crisis-affected vulnerable families in the Mar Mikhail area.

2. Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver training sessions for Cash for Work(CFW) individuals on cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen hygiene.
• Supervise and mentor individuals in the kitchen to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and to high standards.
• Monitor kitchen operations to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Work closely with the Kitchen Manager/Chef to ensure meals are nutritious and meet dietary requirements.
• Provide regular feedback and guidance to individuals to enhance their cooking skills.

3. Key Deliverables:

• Regular supervision and monitoring of kitchen operations.
• Reports on kitchen performance and recommendations for improvement.

4. Qualifications:

• Professional chef with formal training in culinary arts.
• At least 3 years of experience in culinary management, preferably in a large-scale kitchen or catering setting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Experience in training and mentoring staff.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations.

5. Reporting

• Report to the kitchen manager.
• Provide regular updates on kitchen operations and staff performance.

6. Coordination

• Coordinate closely with the Project Coordinator, kitchen staff, and other project staff.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation.

Intervention Sector(s): Women & Elderly

Application Deadline: Sunday, 7 July 2024

Contract Type: Full Time

Period of Employment: ASAP

Salary Range: 700 to 900 (USD)

Education Degree: Bachelor Degree

Education Degree Details: Professional chef with formal training in culinary arts. At least 3 years of experience in culinary management, preferably in a large-scale kitchen or catering setting. Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards. Experience in training and mentoring staff. Experience working with vulnerable populations.

Experience Requirements: 3 to 5 years

Arabic Language: Fluent

English Language: Very Good