Job Description

Job Summary
The main purpose of this role will be to control the section for which responsible. Ensure smooth running of the section and see that all areas of section maintain the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Standards. Cook any food on a daily basis according to business requirements.
Responsibilities

• Organize shifting in the section with regards to mis-en-place production and its service.
• Give tasks to Demi Chefs and Commis and check that they are carried out in the correct manner.
• Write daily wine, dry store, food requisitions and kitchen transfers on the appropriate forms for the approval of Executive Chef / Executive Sous Chef in order to achieve the high stock rotation desired in his / her section.
• Maintain good colleagues relations and motivate colleagues.
• Ensure that training on a one to one basis has been carried out and comprehended.
• Checks on a daily basis food preparation regarding portion size, quantity and quality as laid down in the recipe index.
• Responsible for completing the daily checklist regarding mise-en-place and food storage.
• Attend daily meeting with the Chef de Cuisine and other meetings as requested by the Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef.
• Check the main information board regarding changes in any Banquets or other information regarding the organization.
• Pass all information to the next shift about functions.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Male or female with a pleasing personality
• Good communicator
• Able to deal with people different nationalities and religions
• At least 5 years in the Kitchen
• Completed kitchen apprentice or chefs training courses for at least one year
• At least one year in a five star International chain hotel
• Should have knowledge about all kinds of cooking techniques and methods.

Benefits
This position offers a highly competitive salary and package which includes:

• Fully furnished shared accommodation/live out allowance
• Free transport to and from your place of work
• Uniform
• Laundry services
• Meals during working hours
• Flight allowance every 2 years
• Medical coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Retail and leisure discounts
• 50% discount off Jumeirah F&B Outlets and reduced hotel rates.

Skills Required