WHAT’S THE JOB?
Responsible for supporting the Sous Chef / Chinese Head Chef / Chinese Executive Chef in managing the daily productions, preparation and presentation of Chinese restaurant operation (inclusive of in room-dining and banquet functions), monitor and delegating job duties for junior colleagues. Control food costing while ensuring quality is maintained or improved
YOUR DAY-TO-DAY
- Administers and adhere HACCP policies and procedures within the hotel
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of your work stations
- Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for A La Carte/ Buffet/ Festive menus according to hotel recipes and standards
- Take responsibility for the receiving and safe storage of food ingredients, checking stock are correct and of good quality and resolve any discrepancies
- Educate and train junior colleagues in accordance with hotel brand standards to foster productivity
- Work with your superiors and plan appropriate manning level, ensuring effective utilization of manpower and labour cost
- Actively share with superiors the conduct and work performances of junior colleagues; ideas and opinions
- Ensure new colleagues/ trainees are properly trained, provide guidance and support when needed
- Liaise daily with outlet chefs to keep effective communications regarding guests’ feedbacks
- Able to provide professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
- Diploma / Vocational certificate in Culinary Skills or related field
- Minimum 3 years’ related experience as a chef including in 1 year in supervisory capacity in full service restaurants/ local or international hotels in high volume kitchen
- Oral and written fluency in English and Chinese, Cantonese (optional)
- Menu planning and costing, organising special events, develop new dishes with comprehensive product and equipment knowledge
- Commitment to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays
- Valid Food Hygiene/ Food Handler certificate as required by local government
- Outgoing and people oriented
- Motivator and confident in problem handling
- Great communication skills
- Proficient in Excel and Microsoft word
- Look smart – wear your uniform with pride
