Role and Responsibilities:
- Ensure the highest quality of food is consistently delivered across all outlets, including the staff restaurant, in line with standards for each area.
- Support departmental training initiatives and participate in required training sessions as scheduled.
- Maintain strict hygiene practices by managing cleaning schedules and ensuring all records on the Criterion board are accurately updated.
- Implement SOPs for all dishes in coordination with the Chef de Partie.
- Assist in training Commis Chefs by developing structured training programs in collaboration with the Chef de Partie, Junior Sous Chef, and Sous Chef.
- Attend all assigned meetings and contribute as required.
- Take responsibility for stock management and minimizing wastage in accordance with company guidelines.
- Contribute to achieving and improving targeted food costs.
- Deliver courteous, professional service at all times, addressing guest concerns promptly and reporting issues to the Head Chef.
- Provide support to the Head Chef in fulfilling their responsibilities to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Maintain exceptional personal hygiene and grooming standards.
- Foster positive working relationships with colleagues and other departments.
- Be knowledgeable about fire safety procedures and act accordingly in case of emergencies.
- Carry out cleaning duties within your area while maintaining hygiene and safety standards.
- Understand and comply with all regulations outlined in the hotel’s employee handbook.
- Build effective working relationships with team members and managers.
- Oversee ordering of fresh produce and dry goods required for kitchen operations.
- Comply with all company regulations related to:
- Fire Safety
- Health & Safety
- Food Hygiene
- Security
- Assist the Chef de Partie in preparing and cooking dishes as per menu specifications and recipes, ensuring optimal quality and consistency.
- Prepare ingredients including meat butchery, fish filleting, and vegetable preparation.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards, including maintaining accurate documentation for regulatory purposes.
- Train, mentor, and support junior kitchen staff to achieve performance and development goals.
- Collaborate with management to contribute to strategies that enhance sales and profitability.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen, ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
Skills and Requirements:
- At least 3+ professional kitchen experience within hospitality, ideally catering
- Relevant NVQ or equivalent qualification, including Basic Food Hygiene.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Ability to consistently meet hygiene and safety standards.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
- Proven experience as a Line Cook or Commis Chef in a high-volume environment.
- Strong culinary skills with knowledge of regional and international cuisines.
- Experience in food preparation and recipe development.
- Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Strong organizational abilities with capacity to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends.
- A degree or diploma in Culinary Arts is preferred but not mandatory.
- Must be currently in the UAE and available for immediate interview and joining.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent