Junior Sous Chef - Hot Section

About the role

Novotel Sharm El Sheikh is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Junior Sous Chef for its hot section. You will support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, overseeing food preparation and maintaining the highest standards of quality and food safety, working with the kitchen team to deliver efficient service.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in planning menus, developing recipes and setting portion sizes and food costs
• Oversee food preparation and cooking techniques, ensuring consistency and quality across all dishes
• Manage kitchen traffic during service, coordinating workflow and keeping things efficient
• Monitor and enforce food safety and hygiene standards in line with health regulations
• Maintain inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment and report needs to management
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff on cooking techniques and procedures
• Prepare and plate dishes to established standards and presentation requirements
• Maintain kitchen equipment and troubleshoot operational issues
• Work with other departments to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized and safe at all times

Required profile

• Proven experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a hotel or fine dining establishment
• Strong culinary knowledge and proficiency with cooking techniques and kitchen equipment
• Good understanding of food safety, sanitation and health code regulations
• Excellent organization and time management, able to multitask during busy service
• Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff
• Menu planning, recipe development and food costing; portion control and inventory management
• Preferred: experience in international cuisines or upscale hospitality, and experience training and mentoring culinary staff

What we offer

• Employee benefit card with discounted rates at Accor properties worldwide
• Learning programs through the Accor Academies
• Opportunities to grow within the property and across the group