PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:        

To deliver quality, presentation and preparation of the cuisine through innovative and varied menu planning, preparation, training, maintenance of equipment contributing new-to-world culinary experiences in line with quality standards and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum National Trade Certificate/Diploma is Culinary Arts/Cookery
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a CDP in a 4* or 5* hotel operations
• Computer literate
• Excellent knowledge of culinary arts and a passion for creating new and innovative dishes
• International experience in Michelin Star Restaurant will be an added advantage.
• HACCP trained.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Prepares food consistently to the level required and ensure proper cooking methods are adhered to.
• Works with the Sous Chef to ensure mise en place is completed for the section to the required standards within the given time.
• Assist with the quality, presentation, and preparation of the cuisine through innovative and varied menu planning.
• Performs order placing for following day’s activities.
• Monitors stock movement, ensuring stock and cleaning tasks for the section to the required standard within given time.
• Support the Food cost target, with control of wastage and productivity to ensure maximum profit.
• Inform Sous Chef on ingredient orders, maintains par stock levels and accepts and stores food deliveries according to SOPs.
• Gives instructions to junior staff during service and assist, if necessary, in the completion of the instructions.
• Articulate and maintain developed standards, product knowledge and grooming.
• Manage and maintain food presentation according to the standard menu guide.
• Adhere to HACCP regulations concerning health, safety, or other compliance requirements, as well as brand standards and HACCP policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate a sound awareness of policies and procedures, ensuring the dissemination of information to all team members.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Lives the O&L Values
• Leads Growth
• Takes Bold Stands
• Causes Alignment
• Being Authentic
• Inspires Innovation
• Deliver Extraordinary results