Sous Chef (Mimi Kakushi)
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Job Summary
Your Role in the Story
As the Sous Chef at Mimi Kakushi you are the creative and operational backbone of the kitchen supporting the Head Chef in delivering an exceptional high-quality dining experience inspired by Japanese cuisine and culture. You lead by example on the floor ensuring precision consistency and excellence in every dish while maintaining the rhythm and energy of a fast-paced design-led restaurant. You are a hands-on leader who inspires the kitchen team drives standards and ensures that Mimi Kakushis culinary identity quality and performance meet and exceed Rikas stretch standards at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef in menu development recipe creation daily specials and ongoing dish refinement in line with Mimi Kakushis concept.
- Lead and supervise all kitchen stations ensuring smooth service flow and consistent execution.
- Take full responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.
- Train coach and mentor chefs at all levels building strong technical skills and a performance-driven kitchen culture.
- Ensure all food preparation and presentation meets Mimi Kakushi and Rikas quality standards.
- Oversee kitchen stock ingredients and ordering ensuring accuracy availability and cost control.
- Enforce strict FIFO procedures proper food labeling and storage standards.
- Manage waste reduction initiatives and support budgetary and cost-control targets.
- Maintain clean organized and fully stocked stations before and during peak service periods.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety hygiene and health regulations at all times.
- Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance needs promptly.
- Collaborate closely with Restaurant Management and F&B leadership on staffing scheduling and operational efficiency.
- Contribute creative ideas and improvements to enhance kitchen performance menu appeal and guest satisfaction.
- Uphold a positive disciplined and professional working environment in line with the Mimi Kakushi brand.
Qualifications :
Who Were Looking For
- Bachelors degree or diploma in Culinary Arts Hospitality or a related field or a technical degree in their culinary specialty.
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a high-volume high-quality restaurant; for 3-5 years.
- Experience with Japanese or Asian-inspired cuisine is highly preferred.
- Experience in pre-openings will be considered as a plus.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate train and develop a diverse kitchen team.
- Excellent knowledge of food safety hygiene standards and kitchen operations.
- Experience in stock control ordering waste management and cost awareness.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-pressure service environment.
- Creative detail-oriented and quality-driven mindset.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Flexible and reliable with availability to work evenings weekends and peak trading periods.
- Experience in luxury lifestyle or design-led restaurant concepts is an advantage.
- Ability to work at an EU country.
- Advanced English language knowledge.
Additional Information :
Perks Youll Love
- Team rates at LUURA Ennismore & Accor properties worldwide.
- Discounts at our restaurants bars and cafes.
- Access to art cultural events & live music nights.
- Recognition that matters from surprise gifts to team celebrations.
- Beautiful team spaces & comfortable accommodation (where applicable).
Ready to Dive In
Bring your energy your ideas and your true self and lets create something unforgettable together.
Apply now and start your journey with LUURA.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Labor Cost Analysis
- Catering
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Sanitation
- Knife Skills
About Company
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a com ... View more
