Sous Chef

Job Description

Title: Sous Chef

Company Name: Bistro E

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka (Gulshan)

Salary: --

Experience:

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

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

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

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

• Attractive compensation package

• Career advancement opportunities

• Festival bonuses

• And others as per policy