Sous Chef Filled

This position has been filled. Current openings are on the Divi Resorts employer profile.

Second to the Executive Chef. You will help supervise the culinary team, plan menus and production, control food and payroll costs, and take full oversight of food production and kitchen personnel whenever the Executive Chef is absent.

What the job involves

• Assist the Executive Chef with the supervision of kitchen employees, sanitation and safety, menu planning, and related production activities
• Ensure proper staffing for productivity and high quality standards, while controlling food and payroll costs
• Prepare, or directly supervise the preparation of, a wide variety of soups and sauces according to prescribed recipes
• Assist with inventories, pricing and cost controls, and the requisitioning and issuing of supplies and equipment for food production
• Assume oversight of food production and kitchen personnel in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Keep food costs within budget and consistently maintain standards of quality, cost, presentation, and flavor
• Prepare reports and menu costings, create schedules, and perform administrative duties as assigned
• Resolve day-to-day matters concerning kitchen equipment and food supplies
• Clean and maintain work areas, utensils, and equipment, and recommend maintenance, repair, and upkeep of the main kitchen and its equipment
• Be familiar with the property’s fire and emergency program

Requirements

• Culinary degree or specialized training from an accredited institution, with at least 3 years of experience in a similar position
• Fluency in English, Papiamento, Spanish, and Dutch
• Knowledge and implementation of HACCP guidelines
• Availability to work weekends, shifts, and overtime as required
• Must possess a valid Health Card (Carchi berde)
• Must hold a Dutch passport or a valid Aruban work permit
• Strong leadership and planning skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to focus on detail
• Ability to solve problems and follow-up

Benefits stated in this listing

• Life and Disability Insurance
• Full Attendance and Year-End Bonus
• Vacation Savings Plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Training and education allowance