Supervision of kitchen in the absence of the Executive. Delegate duties and responsibilities to kitchen employees to ensure service demands are met.
Lead team members by setting a positive example.
Assist Executive Chef with menu preparation and ensuring adequate supplies are available for expected service.
Liaise with Restaurant team members regarding the availability of menu items additions to the menu and any relevant changes.
Maintain excellent presentation standards and cost control for all food and beverage outlets.
Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage. Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.
Works with and coordinates the work of apprentices in the preparation and production of food as required.
Prepares and ensures availability of mis en place as required.
Keep all working areas clean and tidy.
Ensure all equipment is maintained serviced and cleaned.
Assist with preparation of rosters ensuring that suitable and cost effective employee levels are maintained at all times. Rosters to be authorized by appropriate department head.
Report any problems to the Executive Chef
Prepare season and cook food as directed meeting dietary requirements where required
Follow recipes and presentation specifications
Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
Oversee and manage kitchen operations
Clean and organise kitchen and equipment in adherence to hygiene and safety regulations
Preserve and store foodstuffs in appropriate temperaturecontrolled facilities
Recording food temperature
Train apprentices and other kitchen staff
Assist with menu planning and development
Stock management including ordering rotation and wastage control
Qualifications :
Leadership experience within a professional kitchen environment
Demonstrated experience with dietary requirements and creating menus to suit those needs
Strong knowledge of food hygiene HACCP management and compliance with local health and safety regulations
A Food Safety Supervisor certificate is desired
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Creative culinary mind up to date on local and international food trends
Ability to work closely with suppliers to source the best quality products
High levels of organization and time management skills
At least 3 years of industry and culinary management experience
Previous experience training team members
Excellent knowledge of quality food operations.
Passion for leadership and teamwork
Eye for detail to achieve operational excellence
Excellent guest service skills
Experience in the GCC and/or Middle East Region is a plus.
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