Company Description A surprising, chic merging of Asian style with an Egyptian aesthetic, Raffles Dubai is a 5-star luxury hotel perfectly positioned in the heart of the city , delivering impeccable service and sophisticated style.
PURPOSE OF POSITION To maintain a high standard of all food preparation and service in their respective Kitchens, according to the standards required by the Hotel. KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Quality Standards
Ensure consistency and highest quality in food taste, temperature and presentation
Ensure the quality and cleanliness of all food displays with maximum creativity
Operations
Coordinate all Restaurant / Banquet / food production, and all specific duties to chefs and other staff under his/her supervision
Check all set-ups for restaurant and banquet functions. Responsible for the correct timing during service and that food served is always of the highest standards
Monitor and implement portion control established with the recipe cards and the butcher test; minimise waste and spoilage
Check stores and refrigerators and oversee proper storage and recycling of leftovers
Ensure effective communication among the kitchens and with other departments
Work closely with receiving and storeroom to ensure received goods meet Hotel\xe2\x80\x99s quality standards specifications
Supervise food tasting sessions and guide chefs for new menu implementation
Update menu recipe cards and menu planning for promotions
Training/ Development
Conduct staff training and on-the-job training on kitchen skills and new menu items
Guide employee orientation for new hires
Ensure staff adhere to hotel regulations re: fire, safety and emergency procedures
Cost Control
Maintain proper controls over purchase orders and requisitions
Monitor monthly food inventory turnover and slow moving items
Ensure purchasing, receiving and all storage are efficiently handled
Review food cost analysis on a daily basis to in line with budget and forecast
Hygiene and Sanitation
Follow HACCP guidelines and ensure that staff comply with HACCP guidelines
Works closely with Chief Steward to monitor and ensure that all cleaning is properly conducted and according to schedule
Staffing / Human Relations
Recommend promotions, transfers of staff to various outlets for Executive Chef approval
Monitor staff schedules for the assigned outlets
Conduct section / departmental meetings and staff daily briefings
Manage staff appraisal process
Responsible for proper efficiency and profitable functioning of the assigned F&B outlets
General
Communicate with Sous Chef on guest-related activities and comments, solving any problems directly, efficiently and effectively to the best of his/her judgment
Develop good and efficient coordination among staff for a smooth running operation
Prevent the damage or loss of kitchen property; train staff in the care and maintenance of equipment and report breakdown of equipment and follow up on repairs
Coordinates with all other kitchen departments and hotel staff to ensure products and service meet Raffles Standards
Qualifications PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Physically fit
Oral and written fluency in English
Knowledge of other languages and basic understanding of local language preferred
Flexible & adaptable to different working locations
Finance knowledge
QUALIFICATIONS
Completed an internationally recognized apprenticeship, culinary school or certified training program
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 7 years experience in culinary field with at least 5 years experience in an International Class Hotel or High Volume Operation of 5-star Caliber
Good knowledge of various cuisine
Additional Information Raffles Dubai Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi121800 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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