Kempinski Hotels Chef De Cuisine Jobs in Kenya

Kempinski Hotels Chef De Cuisine Jobs in Kenya

Prepares and serves a range of a la carte items which meet guest’s expectations while supervising junior members of the Kitchen Brigade.

Key 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 Human Resources 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.

Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotel.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Degree/Diploma in food production.

Four years minimum experience in a similar position.

Previous experience within a luxury 5 star establishment.

Experience in a similar role and proven track record may be considered in lieu of specialised education.

Strong people leadership skills.

Fluent speech skill; Knowledge of the English language is mandatory.

Sound, checkable previous employment references.

Able to work in a fast paced environment and can multitask .

Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.

How to Apply

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