Location: Port de la Mer, Jumeirah 1, Dubai Eco Mind, a plant-based cafe and concept store, is seeking a creative and passionate Vegan Sous-Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in vegan cuisine and a commitment to promoting healthy, conscious, and sustainable eating habits. Responsibilities:
Manage the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring efficient and organized food preparation and service.
Create innovative, flavorful vegan dishes that cater to our health-conscious clients.
Oversee and maintain proper food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards, in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
Train and supervise junior kitchen staff, ensuring consistency in dish presentation and quality.
Manage inventory, reduce wastage, control costs, maintain appropriate stock levels and ensure timely procurement of fresh ingredients.
Monitor and analyze customer feedback, adjusting menu offerings and recipes as needed to meet customer preferences and dietary needs.
Stay current on industry trends, including new ingredients, techniques, and sustainability initiatives, to incorporate them into the menu as appropriate.
Collaborate with the front-of-house team to ensure a seamless dining experience for our clients
Collaborate with the Eco Mind team to plan and execute special events, workshops, and promotional activities.
Requirements:
Culinary degree or equivalent experience, with a focus on vegan/vegetarian cuisine.
At least 3 years of kitchen experience, with a minimum of 1 year in a leadership role.
Proven ability to create innovative, delicious, and visually appealing vegan dishes.
Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation best practices.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to providing a positive and supportive work environment.
Passion for promoting a healthy, conscious, and sustainable lifestyle through food.
Proficiency in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus.
Eco Mind is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for our team members. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. Join us in our mission to create a healthy and eco-friendly community through our plant-based cafe and conscious living concept store. Job Type: Full-time Salary: AED5,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month Application Question(s):