As Sous Chef, you will assist the Head Chef in the daily preparation and service of food, ensuring that the highest standards are always maintained, and to ensure that all sections’ equipment and utensils are always kept clean and tidy to the standards required by the Restaurant. This will also include supervising kitchen staff, delegating tasks, training new employees, and supporting HC with inventory management.  
 
 REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS 
* Previous experience in similar roles at high-end and high-volume venues. 
* A strong team player who communicates openly and respectfully.
* Naturally warm, friendly, and approachable.
* Product Management. 
* Passionate & Creative. 
* Team Leadership. 
* Regulatory Compliance. 
 
MAIN DUTIES
* You are responsible for acting as the second-in-command, supporting the head chef in all aspects of kitchen management. 
* To ensure proper mise en place, it’s prepared for service and supervised by junior kitchen staff. 
* Ensure that you and your team maintain high standards of food hygiene and adhere to health and safety regulations, working in a clean and safe kitchen environment. 
* Responsible for training new kitchen staff, helping them develop their skills and knowledge.  
* Ensure high-quality food production, preparation, and presentation by maintaining a sharp attention to detail. 
* Responsible for handling and storing ingredients properly, maintaining freshness, and adhering to food safety standards. 
* To ensure good communication with all your colleagues and superiors. Relaying information about menu changes, special requests, and ingredient availability. 
* Ensure the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen, including managing workflow, handling issues, and coordinating with other departments.  
* Expected to contribute to the development of new dishes and menus, bringing your creativity and passion to Dover Street Counter menus. 
* Ensuring proper stock rotation, reducing waste, and assisting HC with stock takes.  
* Prepared to attend every shift with all necessary equipment to carry out your duties. 
* Carry out any reasonable request made by Management or the Head Chef. 

HOW WE WORK
We only work with people we genuinely love, and who share the same passion for making others happy. The happiness of others is our objective in everything we do. If you share that belief, and believe you’d be a good fit, please apply to join our team.