Participate in food preparation, produce high quality food, taste and presentation.
In conjunction with the Executive Chef, develop menus & create and ensure adherence to recipes and product specifications.
Coordinate and communicate with the Executive Chef on food quality issues, new or seasonal products.
Run each section of the kitchen, managing MEP lists and produce high standard quality food.
Place orders for produce on the ordering system, print off the LPO and get approval.
Ensure all rotation of stock is done correctly and all chefs follow the correct storage procedures ensuring the appropriate stock level.
Manage the sous chefs and pastry chef, guiding their oversight of the kitchen staff with primary focus on selection, training, and supervising of daily work assignments.
Act as a coach and mentor; manage performance by setting objectives, delivering performance reviews, providing ongoing performance feedback, and administering corrective action when needed.
Qualifications
Physically fit and able to stand for long hours.
Excellent leadership & supervisory skills with a “hands-on” approach.
At least 3 years in a five-star international chain hotel/restaurant.
Sound knowledge about all kinds of cooking techniques and methods.