Jr. Sous Chef📣 إعلان

About the Role

Saudi Airlines Catering Company is seeking a Jr. Sous Chef to join our full-time team in Riyadh. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all food is prepared and cooked to established standards and quantities, working closely with all kitchen sections and related departments to maintain smooth daily operations. You will supervise and participate in daily production, manage your designated section, and support junior staff in other areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook all food items according to agreed standards, quantities, contract specifications, and business levels.
• Ensure meal production consistently aligns with company standards and individual client/customer specifications.
• Collaborate effectively with all kitchen sections and related departments to ensure seamless daily operations.
• Supervise and actively participate in daily food production, taking full responsibility for your assigned section.
• Monitor kitchen staff performance, provide assistance as needed, and ensure harmonious teamwork for timely quality food production.
• Oversee production to control food waste in line with business requirements.
• Suggest alternative raw materials when necessary due to unavailability and communicate with relevant sections for appropriate action.
• Ensure adherence to correct packing procedures as required by the site.
• Verify the highest standard of all food items used and report any poor quality items to the storekeeper or supervisor.
• Maintain personal working hygiene standards and ensure staff under your responsibility meet both company and statutory requirements.

Operational Management and Support

• Support the completion of daily, weekly, and monthly HACCP records.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning rotas, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in planning stores and deliveries based on future business requirements.
• Manage and rotate stock to ensure food safety, minimize wastage, and achieve contract food costs.
• Support the Sous Chef/Head Chef in adhering to catering budgeting requirements and optimizing resource utilization.
• Report equipment defects, maintenance needs, accidents, incidents, injuries, and customer complaints promptly.
• Ensure correct use, safe operation, and cleanliness of all machinery and equipment, performing basic maintenance as needed.
• Possess knowledge of cleaning materials and ensure proper storage of all chemicals.
• Implement proper stock rotation (date marking) and ensure effective use of all consumables.

Team Leadership and Development

• Guide and support junior staff in running their sections and other team members.
• Assist in the training and development of junior team members under your responsibility.
• Monitor, evaluate, and train CDPs, commis, and kitchen helpers as necessary.
• Organize and plan work continuity and service provision within the team.
• Monitor and maintain high levels of conduct and work performance among staff.
• Assist in the evaluation of junior staff, identify development gaps, and contribute to improvement plans.
• Provide input for employee grievance or disciplinary procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate from a recognized Culinary or Hospitality Program.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a similar culinary role.
• Residency in Saudi Arabia is preferred.

Work Environment and Standards

• Maintain and enforce high health, safety, and hygiene standards at all times.
• Actively support and participate in all client and company safety initiatives.
• Attend necessary client and company training courses, daily site meetings, briefings, and trainings as required.
• Identify personal training needs and report faults to the line or department supervisor.
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of the service level provided and encourage customer feedback.
• Suggest improvements and participate in remedial actions or improvement opportunities.
• Be prepared to work in any location across KSA as assigned by the department manager.