Job Description

Key Responsibilities of the Chef:

. Ensures the smooth running of the kitchen department, where all aspects of the guest dining experience throughout the whole Hotel are delivered to the highest level

. Works proactively to improve guest satisfaction and comfort delivering a positive and timely response to enquiries and problem resolution

. Develops and implements plans where kitchen initiatives & hotel targets are achieved

. Leads and manages the kitchen team, fostering a culture of growth, development and performance within the department

. Prepares and is responsible for the departmental budget, ensuring that costs and inventory are controlled, that productivity and performance levels are attained

. Builds and maintains effective working relationships with all key stakeholders

. Reviews and scrutinizes the performance of the food offering, providing recommendations that will drive financial performance

. Ensures adherence and compliance to all legislation where due diligence requirements and best practice activities are planned, delivered and documented for internal and external audit, performing follow-up as required.

Requirements

Requirements:

. Proven experience in kitchen with strong problem-solving capabilities

. Excellent leadership skills with a hands-on approach and lead-by-example work style

. Commitment to exceptional guest service with a passion for the hospitality industry

. Ability to find creative solutions, offering advice and recommendations

. Personal integrity, with the ability to work in an environment that demands excellence, time and energy

. Experienced in using IT systems on various platforms

. Strong communication skills.

Education and Experience

. Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Hotel Management.

. HACCP or Food Hygiene Certificate.

. Minimum 3+ Years' experience in Similar Field.

Skills/Competencies Required

. Experienced in working in a busy kitchen environment.

. Passionate for producing fresh food to a high standard.

. Customer focused.

. A strong communicator.

. Experienced at working with a team.

. Complying to health, safety, and hygiene standards.