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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailFairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club has been awarded Africas leading hotel inand 2024 by the World Travel Awards.
As Executive Sous Chef you will support the Executive Chef in managing the culinary operations of Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club ensuring the highest standards of quality and guest experience. You will be a handson leader working closely with the kitchen team to maintain excellence in food preparation presentation and consistency.
Manage all Kitchens in the absence of the Executive Chef
Create all food menus with the guidance of the Executive Chef
Complete daily market lists to ensure quality food ordering while maintaining budgeted costs
Meet with Storekeepers to ensure quality & par levels are maintained
Interact closely with the Catering department to assist in function menu coordination and meet with clients as required
Conduct daily shift briefings with all Sous Chefs
Ensure all kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations
Liaise daily with Outlet Managers and Sous Chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
Balance operational administrative and Colleague needs
Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines
Follow kitchen policies procedures and service standards
Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
Demonstrate an understanding and an awareness of all policies and procedures relating to Health Hygiene and Fire Life Safety at the hotel
Familiarize yourself with emergency and evacuation procedures at the hotel
Ensure all security incidents accidents and near misses are always logged in timely manner and brought to the attention.
Qualifications :
Minimum 4 years experience as an Executive Sous Chef in a 5star luxury/premium property
Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
Proven track record of cost control including food pieces of equipment labour and wastage to meet the goals and the hotels financial goals
Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs remaining calm and courteous at all times
Additional Information :
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Full-time