Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Chef de Cuisine Jobs in Ghana

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Chef de Cuisine Jobs in Ghana

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, the Chef de Cuisine’s main function is to assist the Executive Sous Chef in managing the Kitchen in order to ensure the highest standards. He/ She will Prepare and serve a range of a la carte items which meet guest’s expectations while supervising junior members of the Kitchen Brigade.

Main Responsibilities

Assist with organizing special events and special food promotions.

Participate in the drafting of concept ideas and menus for all special events and functions while encouraging all staff to put forward their ideas and utilizing them wherever practical.

Participate and supervise the kitchen in the preparation and presentation of all food items in accordance with the hotel’s food and beverage standards and standardized menu guidelines.

Maintain comprehensive product knowledge including ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets, and current trends and make recommendations for appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations accordingly.

Maintain a hygienic kitchen and personal hygiene.

Work with Superior and Director of HR to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive and assist in planning for future staffing needs.

Assist in maintaining a comprehensive, current and guest focused set of departmental standards and procedures and oversee their implementation.

Ensure training needs analysis of Kitchen staff is carried out and training programs are designed and implemented to meet needs.

Provide input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guidelines.

Coach, counsel and discipline staff, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance.

Approve leave after considering hotel occupancy.

Work with superior in the preparation and management of the department’s budget.

Control and monitor departmental costs on an ongoing basis to ensure performance against budget.

Demonstrate awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines and ensure your direct reports do the same.

Be aware of duty of care and adhere to occupational, health and safety

legislation, policies and procedures.

Be familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly.

Initiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangers.

Log security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirements.
Implement and practice HACCP.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Gastronomic education certificate or equivalent (apprenticeship/diploma/BA/Bsc)

Must show signs of career development

HACCP certification

Minimum 5 years kitchen experience

Minimum 2-3 years management experience (e.g. Chef de Partie)

International experience is preferred

Al la carte experience is preferred

Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:

English – excellent oral skills

Additional language – beneficial

Ability to work independently, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions

Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors

Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Applying a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times

Working in a safe, prudent and organized manner

Knowledgeable of food safety regulations

Computer literacy adapted to the field of culinary

Ability to operate computer and office equipment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Passionate for Food & Beverage

People Oriented

Passionate for European luxury

Entrepreneurial

Straightforward

Innovative

Business Acumen

Sense of responsibility

Leader

Team player

Flexible and reliable

Tolerant and open minded

How to Apply

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