Sous Chef- Pick & Go

At Food World Supermarket, our multi-cuisine concept brings the world’s best tastes together under one roof. Quality ingredients, expert chefs, and diverse menus combine to create a vibrant and welcoming food destination. Our mission is to be a trusted choice for our community by delivering a true taste of home through multi-ethnic international delights.

Food World Supermarket is seeking a skilled and organized Sous Chef to lead the preparation of fresh salads, sandwiches, soups, and daily specials for our Pick & Go counters. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume, fast-paced production of ready-to-eat meals, ensuring consistent quality, freshness, and visually appealing presentation. This role also involves supporting back-of-house operations, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

Menu Development & Promotions

• Assist in planning and developing menus for Pick n Go, daily specials, and seasonal offerings.
• Create promotional packages and special meal deals to attract and retain customers.
• Ensure menu items meet taste, presentation, and portion standards while remaining cost-effective.

Food Preparation & Production

• Prepare fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups, and daily special dishes according to standardized recipes.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation.
• Oversee daily mise en place and batch production for Pick n Go counters.
• Prepare sauces, dressings, spreads, and condiments from scratch.
• Ensure all items are fresh, safe, and ready for quick service or grab-and-go display.

Kitchen Operations

• Assist in supervising back-of-house operations for Pick n Go production.
• Monitor inventory, ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO), and minimize waste.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and compliance with food safety regulations.
• Manage preparation schedules to meet customer demand during peak hours.

Team Leadership & Training

• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff on preparation techniques, recipes, and presentation standards.
• Coordinate workflow efficiently for high-volume service.
• Support staff scheduling, delegation, and performance management.
• Foster a positive, productive, and team-oriented kitchen environment.

Quality & Customer Experience

• Ensure Pick & Go counters are well-stocked, visually appealing, and inviting.
• Maintain high standards of taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Uphold the supermarket’s brand image by delivering fresh, high-quality ready-to-eat meals.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Cook in salads, sandwiches, soups, or grab-and-go meal production.
• Knowledge of fresh ingredients, portion control, and food preparation techniques.
• Experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen operations preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Culinary diploma or certification is an asset.

Key Competencies

• Expertise in fresh, ready-to-eat meal preparation
• Leadership and team coordination
• Time management and multitasking
• Consistency and quality control
• Cost management and waste reduction
• Why Join Food World Supermarket?
• One of the largest grocery retail operations (176,000 sq. ft.)
• Career advancement within a dynamic retail organization
• Make a real impact in delivering quality food and service to the community

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