PRADA Sous Chef, Prada Caffe Singapore

Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group was built on a tradition of excellence and with a vision of innovation. The Group, a world leader in the luxury sector, operates in more than 45 countries with the PRADA, Miu Miu, Versace, Church’s, Car Shoe and Luna Rossa brands, and has employees of over 100 nationalities.

JOB PURPOSE

Responsible for overseeing the kitchen staff and ensuring the correct cooking procedures are followed as per the stipulated guidelines. Ensures compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the Caffe Manager in menu development based on seasonality, if tasked.
• Handles the reception of raw materials, assesses their freshness, and stores them according to FDA norms, reporting any discrepancies due to transport or storage issues.
• Supervises all activities, ensuring the company's quality and excellence standards are met.
• Assists the Caffe Manager in staff training and department planning, ensuring daily coverage.
• Manages staff relations to promote a positive work environment and motivation.
• Serves as a role model in grooming, manners, and collaborative attitude.
• Prepares qualitative and quantitative reports on department performance.
• Collaborates in order management and warehouse organization, focusing on stock optimization based on sales trends.

The activities described above are listed by way of example and not exhaustively.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Genuinely passionate about hospitality and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to create new, innovative dishes and write recipes for menu updates.
• Thorough knowledge of food handling, hygiene standards, and safety regulations (e.g., ServSafe, HACCP).
• Expertise in operating and troubleshooting specialized kitchen equipment.
• Proficient in inventory management, ordering supplies, and managing food costs. 
• Ability to supervise, train, and mentor junior kitchen staff, and maintain a positive, productive work environment.
• Ability to stay calm, make quick decisions, and handle high-stress situations during busy services.
• Excellent time management, prioritizing tasks, and scheduling. 
• Collaborates with others, supports peers, and communicates effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Joining our Company means working in a creative and international environment, with teams of people motivated by curiosity and the quest for excellence. The engine of our success is the importance and value that we place on the talent and passion of our people leading to their own professional growth.
Prada Group promotes an inclusive work environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that diversity is a value and we are committed to build a fair and respectful workplace for all.