Sous Chef
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Job Summary
Join Our Global Family at RIU Hotels & Resorts!
With over 100 hotels in 20 countries and more than 70 years of hospitality excellence RIU Hotels & Resorts is a global leader known for exceptional service innovation and warm hospitality.
Join us as we continue to redefine luxury and excellence. Whether youre seeking to grow your career explore new horizons or work with a dynamic inclusive team RIU Hotels & Resorts offers unparalleled opportunities to thrive.
This is your chance to be a key player in the most anticipated resort opening of the year in Phuket a flagship 5-star resort featuring 504 rooms. RIU Palace Phuket is located in Mai Khao a tranquil corner of the island renowned for its beautiful unspoiled beaches - just 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport.
Position: Sous Chef
Department: Kitchen
Location: RIU Palace Phuket Mai Khao Thailand
About the Role
As a Sous Chef you are the cornerstone of the kitchens daily production. Working closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef you will manage culinary personnel with a specific focus on food preparation buffets and outlet services.
Your role is to be on the floor visually monitoring kitchen safety mentoring culinary staff and ensuring that every dish served perfectly reflects RIUs 5-star standards.
What Youll Do
Operational Supervision: Lead the daily activities of the kitchen team ensuring efficient operation of all outlets and the high-quality preparation of cold and hot functions.
Quality & Consistency: Verify temperatures taste products and judge appearance to ensure every item meets RIUs corporate standards before reaching the guest.
Training: Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate menu changes and house counts; train counsel and discipline culinary associates to maintain high performance.
Cost & Resource Control: Support the Executive Chef in controlling food payroll and equipment costs. Monitor par stock levels and implement cost-saving measures to ensure restaurant profitability.
Guest Interaction: Interact positively with customers to promote hotel services and resolve any dining concerns immediately to ensure total guest satisfaction.
Menu Execution: Ensure all corporate-provided menus are implemented correctly providing guidance to the team on preparation methods and presentation.
HACCP & Safety: Maintain impeccable cleanliness in all workplace and storage areas strictly adhering to HACCP regulations and ensuring the health and safety of all employees.
What Were Looking For
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in culinary operations with at least 2 years as a Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef in a high-volume 4 or 5-star resort.
Skills: Strong hands-on leadership with the ability to manage and schedule a diverse team. Expert knowledge of food quality kitchen hygiene and cold food presentation.
Education/Certifications: Diploma or Certificate in Culinary Arts. HACCP Food Safety & Hygiene certifications.
Communication: Strong command of English & Thai (both spoken and written) is essential.
What Youll Get
Attractive Remuneration Package and Bonuses: Competitive salary and incentives.
Access to Company Healthcare: Eligibility for company-supported healthcare after one year.
Efficient Staff Transport: Convenient transport facilities for all employees.
Nutritive Meals While on Duty: Well-balanced nutritious meals provided.
Special Discounts: Exclusive discounts at RIU Hotels & Resorts worldwide.
Why RIU Hotels & Resorts
Your Growth is Our Priority: We nurture talent through training mentorship and career advancement opportunities.
A Culture of Belonging: Be part of an inclusive collaborative and rewarding work environment.
Rewarding Your Commitment: Competitive compensation employee benefits and recognition for dedication and excellence.
Our Commitment
At RIU Hotels & Resorts we value diversity equity and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our success. We welcome all applications regardless of gender ethnicity religion disability age sexual orientation or gender identity.
Additionally through our Proudly Committed strategy we prioritize sustainability responsible practices and positive contributions to the communities where we operate.
By joining RIU you will become part of a company that not only strives for service excellence but also aims to create a positive impact on the world.
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
Riu is the surname of the family that founded the business in Mallorca, Spain, back in 1953 when they purchased a small hotel in Playa de Palma. Here they forged a customer-focused service philosophy and a way of doing business based on honesty and hard work. Our vocation has been pas ... View more
