Senior Sous Chef- Banquet Events

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· Foster positive thinking and motivation within all kitchens by giving active assistance and advice on more effective ways of running the kitchens.

· Ensure that all designated action points from briefings/meetings are being followed by the individuals concerned.

· Guide the entire team in decision-making and judgement.

· Ensure that positive working relations with non-Food and Beverage departments are fostered giving co-operation at all times.

· Be aware of and comply with all legislation affecting the operation, including licensing regulations, health regulations and fire and safety regulations.

· Ensure disciplinary and grievance procedures are properly adhered to and followed.

· Handle customer comments and complaints and take swift corrective action after consultation with the Chef de cuisine & Leadership Team.

· Be responsible and accountable for the overall food cost as well as kitchen supplies, kitchen energy costs and kitchen utensils.

· Find ways to improve the efficiency of the operations, which will benefit our clients.

· Assist the Chef de cuisine in constantly finding ways to further improve the Food cost through strategic purchasing, right volumes, without negatively affecting pre- determined quality standards.

· Constantly strive to reduce energy consumption through awareness campaigns within all kitchens.

· Co-operate with and drive forward the implementations of minimum operating standards in all Food and Beverage kitchens.

· Complete detailed checks of the entire kitchen operation during all service periods taking necessary actions to correct any deviation from quality standards.

· Conduct weekly inspections of his/her kitchen with minuted follow-ups.

· Plan co-ordinate and supervise all menu implementations in a timely manner.

· Assist in the preparation and control of daily and weekly market lists.

· Create and develop new dishes and recipes by keeping up with the latest market trends.

· Constantly strive to improve kitchen operating procedures.

· Be partially responsible for the labour budget of the kitchen department.

· Propose and initiate when approved, new services and products for our guests.

· Control manpower distribution throughout the assigned kitchen, by overseeing the scheduling of all sections and makes adjustments anticipating unscheduled business.

· Perform any other reasonable duties as required by the department head from time to time.

· Continuously look at market trends, innovate and create accordingly.

· Be very flexible and open to requests and changes.

· Comply with all hygiene standards required and have necessary training with staff.

· Ensure maximum compliance to all FSS Policy & Procedure.

· To strive for improvement through daily training and continuous updating.

· To comply with the relevant hotel grooming standard and ensure proper standard is followed by all subordinates

· To comply with all safety and security regulations.

· Strictly adhere to all Policy & Procedure existing in the hotel.

· Perform any other reasonable duties as required by the department head from time to time.

Requirements:

· Completion of GCE ‘O’; or minimum of three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Working knowledge of recipe costing process.

· Knowledge of catering from menus to runners to set-up and breakdown procedures.

· Possesses knowledge of sanitation standards. Serv Saf certified.

· Demonstrates teamwork and customer service focus.

· Demonstrates excellent communication skills.

· Knowledge of food inventory