Sous Chef - Sunshine Hotel & Suites

About the role

Pyramid Global Hospitality is recruiting a Sous Chef for its culinary team at Sunshine Suites Grand Cayman Island Resort, a boutique hotel near Seven Mile Beach. The successful candidate is a creative, motivated, hands-on leader with extensive experience in a high-volume professional kitchen and a proven track record of seasonal menus.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute the daily production, preparation and presentation of all food for the hotel in a safe, sanitary environment
• Act in the absence of the executive chef, including daily ordering using current par levels for outlets, the employee cafeteria and banquets
• Perform any function within the culinary department, including cook and steward duties
• Conduct daily kitchen walk-throughs and daily team meetings, and attend weekly F&B, BEO, leadership and monthly safety meetings
• Manage the department's finances, analyse and control costs and manage the budget
• Handle guests with food allergies urgently, and keep prep sheets updated and used daily
• Guide nightly kitchen cleaning and follow up with the PM stewarding crew
• Assist the Executive Chef with seasonal and special menus, including costing and implementation

Required profile

• Ideally a college graduate in the culinary arts
• 3+ years' experience as a cook in a high-volume professional kitchen
• Ability to work long hours, including weekends and holidays
• Full knowledge of the state's health codes and EcoSure food safety reporting
• Active food handler's certification
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for long periods
• At least 21 years of age

Required skills

• Basic and advanced cooking methods
• Knowledge of food allergens and correct cooking temperatures for vegetables and proteins
• Ability to provide cutting tools and use a calibrated food-grade thermometer
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently

Pay is listed as CI$48,000 to CI$55,000, depending on experience and other factors.