AMERICAN ACADEMY IN ROME

Position Summary:

The RSFP Sous Chef is the right hand of the Head Chef and the RSFP Chef, Interns Supervisor, whom they replace in their absence. The RSFP Sous Chef organizes and oversees food preparation, assigns tasks to kitchen staff under their supervision, and performs food processing and preparation duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and plating dishes
• Supervising colleagues and interns, assigning them tasks
• Ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly in the absence of the Head Chef and RSFP Chef, Interns Supervisor
• Assisting the chefs in the creation and design of menus
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with RSFP's core principles, such as sustainability and sourcing of ingredients, food waste reduction, composting, etc.
• Proposing and creating new dishes
• Supporting the chefs in purchasing and storing food supplies

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in professional cooking techniques
• Manual dexterity at the stove
• Creativity and talent
• Accuracy and precision in work
• Organizational and management support skills
• Stress and fatigue resilience
• Positive attitude in staff supervision
• Must possess the HACCP certificate to ensure compliance with Italian hygiene standards in kitchen and storage environments

Work Environment:

• The position is a full-time (40 hours per week) position based in Rome
• The RSFP Sous Chef is expected to have a degree of flexibility to ensure a constant workflow.
• Work shifts may be during the day or in the evening. 8 hours per day plus a half-hour break from Monday to Friday.
• Although a schedule will be established in line with the Academy's needs, please note that, for extraordinary reasons, changes may occur and will be communicated by the Head Chef with prior notice

 Compensation & Benefits:

• An Italian determined contract will be offered under the CCNL Commercio at level 4, with an annual gross salary ranging from €26,000 to €28,000, with some flexibility based on experience

 Apply:

• Applicants must possess the legal right to work in Italy
• Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.