Sous Chef

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Job Summary: The Sous Chef is crucial to the smooth functioning of the kitchen, serving as a bridge between the Executive Chef's vision and the daily execution of operations, with emphasis on passion for customer service and attention to detail. Key Highlights: 1. Global leader in airport hospitality 2. Critical role in kitchen operations 3. Focus on food quality and safety **About the Role** ---------------- About the Role Plaza Premium Group \- Together, we make travel better As the global leader in integrated 360° airport hospitality experiences and passenger service solutions, we pioneered airport hospitality by launching the world’s first independent lounge in 1998\. Today, we operate the largest global network of airport lounges and deliver award-winning hospitality services. We also provide passenger service solutions to meet the needs of all travelers, regardless of origin or destination. We strive to make every journey comfortable, convenient, safe, and enjoyable. In Brazil, we operate lounges at: * Rio de Janeiro \- RIOGaleão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG); * São Paulo \- GRU Airport \- São Paulo International Airport (GRU) Learn more at: www.plaza\-network.com We seek individuals with a strong passion for customer service and keen attention to detail. The Sous Chef role is crucial to the harmonious operation of the kitchen, acting as a bridge between the Executive Chef’s vision and the daily execution of operations. About the Position: Key Responsibilities: * Responsible for standard hygiene, food safety, and operational safety in the kitchen and dining/buffet area; * Define dish preparation procedures—including cooking times, methods, required ingredients, presentation, and serving instructions, etc.; * Prepare food and monitor food preparation performed by the kitchen team to ensure food quality; * Manage all stages of food preparation to achieve high production quality standards; * Assist in—and, when required, control—food costs through effective recipe planning, costing, pricing, and inventory management; * Assign kitchen team duties and collaborate with Food & Beverage managers to successfully execute kitchen operations; * Inspect the entire kitchen area to ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and food hygiene requirements; Prerequisites: * Bachelor’s degree in Gastronomy or related field preferred; * Prior experience as a Sous Chef in a kitchen setting; * Experience in industrial kitchens and large-scale production; * Prior experience leading a kitchen team; Benefits: * Meal allowance: BRL 1,040.00/month; * Food allowance: BRL 400.00/month; * Transportation allowance or Fuel allowance\*; * Health insurance \- SulAmérica; * Dental insurance \- SulAmérica; * Life insurance \- Porto Seguro; * Birthday leave; * SESC membership; * Smart Traveller; * Wellhub (Gympass); * Pluxee Cuida; * Career development plan; * *Fuel allowance provides additional automotive assistance;* Work Location \- Plaza Premium Lounge – RioGaleão Airport * CLT employment regime * Work schedule: 6 days on / 1 day off \- (Men: 1 Sunday per month / Women: 2 Sundays per month) * Working hours: 3:00 PM to 11:10 PM * Fixed salary: BRL 6,064.05 Please send your updated resume to carreirasgig@plaza\-network.com with the subject line: Sous Chef Minimum Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree Preferred Qualifications: Gastronomy, Bachelor’s Degree Languages: English (Intermediate)