Sous Chef – Cold Kitchen
We are seeking a talented and experienced Sous Chef Cold Kitchen to join our culinary team in Baghdad, Iraq. As a key member of our kitchen staff, you will be responsible for overseeing a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation.
What you will be doing:
- Ensure food standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques meet Brand Standard guidelines and are maintained at that level.
- Strive continually for innovative, quality, value for money food which is presented and served in the most complimentary way.
- Cultivate a positive work environment where learning and personal development are benchmarks by which quality improvement is driven.
- Supervise and coordinate all activities in the cold kitchen section.
- Prepare and ensure consistent quality of salads, sandwiches, canapés, dressings, dips, and other cold menu items.
- Oversee mise en place and ensure readiness for service.
- Maintain food presentation standards according to the establishment’s guidelines.
- Monitor portion control, waste management, and stock levels.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards (HACCP).
- Train, guide, and motivate junior chefs and kitchen staff.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop new cold kitchen recipes and menus.
- Conduct regular checks on equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
- Assist in managing inventory and placing requisitions for supplies as needed
- Co-ordination of the stewarding team to meet the kitchen’s requirements.
- Any other duties assigned by Executive Chef
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a cold kitchen (hospitality, catering, or fine dining).
- Strong knowledge of cold kitchen techniques, food safety, and culinary trends.
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and maintain consistency in a fast-paced environment.
- Creativity and attention to detail in food presentation.
- Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification is preferred.
- Knowledge of HACCP and kitchen hygiene regulations
