Italian Chef

A leading group of hotels and resorts in Egypt is seeking passionate and dynamic Culinary professionals to lead its specialty dining venues.

As the lead Chef for the Italian Speciality Outlet, you are responsible for the smooth operation of the outlet kitchen with emphasis on quality, presentation within the guidelines of the standardized menus, and staff training and head the outlet, whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as:

• Supervise the Outlet Kitchen in the preparation and presentation of all food items in accordance with the hotel s SOPs and standardized menu guidelines
• Monitor regular standards of production to ensure highest level of quality
• Monitor all aspects pertaining to the control of the hotels food cost
• Participate in the drafting of concept ideas and menus for all special events and functions while encouraging all employees to put forward their ideas and utilizing them wherever practical
• Ensure HACCP standards are implemented and follow the appropriate hygiene standards as per local health, safety and hygiene requirements at all times
• Ensure consistent on the job training session for culinary colleagues and promote health & safety

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be positively spirited and passionate about food and be committed to work together with the service team to deliver exceptional guest experiences every time.

• You will demonstrate energy and enthusiasm at work, be customer driven, hands on and organized.
• You portray a strong, firm and fair effective leadership style and have proven the ability to work in a multicultural environment while possessing the following additional competencies:

- Understanding Hotel Operations

- Effective Communication

- Planning for Business

- Supervising People

- Understanding Differences

- Supervising Operations

- Adaptability

- Customer Focus

- Drive for Results

• You have at least 3 to 4 years work experience running an Italian restaurant in the same role or similar capacity with an international hotel/resort brand
• Prior work experience in an All-Inclusive holiday destination will be an advantage.