Sous Chef

Bistro E

Requirements

Experience

    • 3 to 5 years
  • The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Restaurant

Additional Requirements

Experience

  • 3-5 years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 2 years in a Sous Chef or lead line role
  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience grilling steaks using wood, charcoal, or high-heat broilers
  • Proven experience in Italian cuisine, including fresh pasta, regional meat dishes, and wood-fired cooking
  • Strong butchery skills, including breaking down beef sub-primals

Technical Skills

  • Expert in steak doneness levels and carryover cooking control
  • Proficient with wood-fired ovens, grills, and kitchen equipment
  • Familiar with Italian beef breeds and dry-aging processes
  • Basic knowledge of food costing and inventory management

Core Skills & Attributes

  • Calm, decisive leadership during high-pressure peak service
  • Strong palate for seasoning, acidity, and authentic Italian flavors
  • Ability to train and motivate diverse kitchen teams effectively
  • High physical stamina for long hours in intense heat
  • Skilled in fresh pasta-making and semolina extrusion techniques
  • Knowledge of Italian wine and steak pairing principles

Responsibilities & Context

Bistro E is a cafe and restaurant, nestled in Bay`s Edgewater on North Avenue, Gulshan 2. In addition to the all day coffee shop and deli, we also serve lunch & dinner with a dynamic menu of classic modern fare made with the freshest and finest ingredients.

Overview

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef with strong expertise in Italian cuisine and a specialty in steak preparation, including dry-aging, butchery, and wood-fired or charcoal grilling. As second-in-command, you will lead the kitchen team, ensure authentic Italian flavors and precise meat cooking, and maintain high standards of quality, consistency, and safety. This role is ideal for a chef who understands dishes like bistecca alla Fiorentina and tagliata, and knows how to present premium beef with simple, authentic Italian style.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all steak operations: preparation, butchery, portioning, and cooking to precise doneness
  • Oversee wood-fired or charcoal grilling and ensure consistent execution during service
  • Maintain authenticity and quality across Italian dishes, including pasta, risotto, and meat mains
  • Train and supervise kitchen team on techniques, timing, and plating standards
  • Manage kitchen operations during high-volume service while ensuring food safety and consistency

Italian Steak & Meat Program

  • Execute signature dishes such as Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Tagliata di Manzo, and Costata alla Griglia
  • Develop steak accompaniments like herb oils, balsamic reductions, and Italian sauces (salsa verde, gremolata, peperonata)
  • Handle steak preparation workflow: receiving, trimming, dry-aging (if applicable), and portioning

Italian Cuisine Oversight

  • Supervise preparation of fresh pasta, risotto, antipasti, secondi, and contorni
  • Ensure authenticity of regional Italian recipes (Tuscan, Piedmontese, Roman, etc.)
  • Collaborate with Executive Chef on seasonal menus and meat-focused specials

Kitchen Operations & Leadership

  • Train team on doneness control (thermometer, touch, timing), resting, and carving
  • Manage service flow: firing, plating, and expediting orders accurately
  • Support menu engineering, costing, and premium ingredient sourcing

Inventory & Butchery

  • Perform or supervise butchery of ribeye, strip, tenderloin, and porterhouse cuts
  • Maintain dry-aging logs, trim records, and inventory rotation
  • Order and manage Italian specialty ingredients (DOP products, olive oil, cured meats, herbs)

Inventory & Butchery

  • Enforce HACCP standards for meat handling and storage
  • Maintain cleanliness of grills, hoods, prep areas, and cold storage
  • Conduct daily sanitation checks across all meat prep and kitchen zones

To apply for this job email your details to imranaesthetic68@gmail.com