Junior Sous Chef ( Italian Cuisine Experienced )

Role Overview

Junior Sous Chef (Italian Cuisine Experienced) at RISE Enterprise.

Role Purpose

Support kitchen management and run daily operations across sections. Assist the Sous Chef with staff supervision, scheduling, and quality control, and lead the kitchen during their absence. This role suits an experienced chef ready to grow into a full kitchen management position.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations

• Support the Sous Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations across multiple sections.
• Step in for the Sous Chef during their absence and support smooth daily service.

Staff Management

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate Chef de Partie and junior kitchen staff.
• Support recruitment, training, and performance feedback for kitchen staff.

Quality & Standards

• Check food quality, presentation, and consistency across the kitchen during service.
• Help enforce food safety, hygiene, and cleaning standards across all sections.

Cost & Resources

• Assist with stock control, ordering, and cost management for the kitchen.

Qualifications & Experience

• Culinary diploma or degree required.
• At least 6 to 8 years of kitchen experience, including time as a Senior Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Further management or culinary training is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple sections under pressure.