Sous Chef holds a managerial position in a large hotel next only to Executive Chef. He holds the logistics of a commercial kitchen. He has to be highly experienced and qualified in order to achieve this post. He supervises his staff in preparing the accurate sauces, soups and gravies. He gives valuable input to Executive Chef in day to day operations of a commercial kitchen. He formulates plan of work, plan recipes, sets standardized portion sizes. He should be very innovative and versatile in his work.

Any employer who intends to hire a Sous Chef should thoroughly prepare his interview questionnaire in order to judge his abilities.

1. How will you control excessive food and labor costs?
First and foremost I will try to inculcate efficient and strong working ethics in the staff trying not to spoil any food material unnecessary. Just order the prescribed limit nothing more than that. I will not order those food items on a regular basis which are highly perishable. I will try to prepare a duty roster according to the current busy and non busy working periods. I will appoint less staff during non busy period and more staff during busy period.

2. How would you resolve a conflict between two employees in your department?
I will carefully listen to first employee in a separate place and then would speak to him, clarify the misunderstanding and then speak to other one. I will try to bring both of them on a common consensus which will lead to complete agreement.

3. What was the toughest target which you accomplished recently?
The toughest target which I successfully accomplished was the proper execution of the massive buffet party involving 5000 guests with state dignitaries without any complaint. This involved thorough planning with my colleagues and proper execution of the planned work.

4. Why should we hire you?
I believe that I have got the essential qualities to be a Sous Chef. My working experience and knowledge will immensely help your organization to become one of the most trusted companies. I have the right blend of strictness and discipline which I’ll try to inculcate in my colleagues. I am very innovative and flexible in my work. I am very adaptable in any given situation. I don’t give up very easily. I am very dedicated and passionate about my work.

These are the most frequently asked questions which come up again and again and who intends to appear for this post should be thoroughly prepared.