Position Overview
The Cook works with Sous Chef in contributing to all menu creation and creating great experience for guests. Duties include managing and training the kitchen team to deliver consistent food quality, managing food cost controls through good management of orders and supplies to Capella, and supervising the preparation and production of all hot or cold food items to ensure that they are in compliance with the prescribed recipes and specifications.
The Role
- Assist supervisor in kitchen operations
- Assist in plating up special event meals as assigned.
- Monitor the supply of food items and review wastage for appropriate adjustment in future preparation.
- Check the store requisitions prepared by team. Ensure that the received products meet the predetermined quality and purchasing specifications.
- Ensure that the workstations are clean and sanitized and prepare safety procedures are observed by the cooks at all times.
- Ensure the proper handling and storage of food so as to keep spoilage to a minimum.
- Ensure that all operating equipment are in good working conditions and advise supervisor to raise repair and maintenance request when necessary.
- Perform duties in other areas of kitchen as assigned.
Talent Profile
- Diploma in Culinary or equivalent vocational training certificate.
- Minimum 1 years experience in culinary or pastry field
- Possess WSQ Food Hygiene Certificate.
