Chef de Cuisine
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Job Overview   

We are seeking a professional Chef de Cuisine to join our team. You will be responsible for preparing the food items for the guests. You will also be responsible for working collaboratively with the Sous Chefs and Kitchen Staff.  

As a Chef de Cuisine, you should have extensive knowledge of food sanitation and safety. You should also hold an associate degree in Culinary Art or a similar certifications. In addition to this, you should provide a high level of customer satisfaction.  

You should possess extraordinary leadership skills and the ability to work for a long period of time. You should also have good communications skills and excellent decision-making abilities.  

If you have the capability to operate our kitchen smoothly, then send in your job applications right now.   

Responsibilities   

• Delegating tasks to Sous Chef, and Prep Cooks.  

• Coordinating with the team smoothly during all the meal preparation and services.  

• Planning the food menus as per the seasonal availabilities.  

• Working in coordination with Kitchen Staff members.  

• Monitoring the quality and quantity of food that is being served to the guests.  

• Ensuring all the food items are properly seasoned and cooked.  

• Discussing with the Sous Chef about adding new menu options.  

• Managing the kitchen budget.  

• Maintaining the kitchen cleanliness and safety.  

• Ensuring the kitchen is well stocked.  

• Assisting in hiring new cooks and trainers.  

• Providing the new hires with necessary training sessions.  

• Resolving customer's complaints and issues in a professional manner.  

• Complying with food sanitation and hygiene.  

• Staying updated with the new trends in the food industry.  

Requirements  

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or a high school diploma.  

• Working experience as a Chef de Cuisine, Chef, or a related role in the Hospitality industry.  

• Professional certification as an Executive Chef through American Culinary Federation.  

• Knowledge of various kinds of cuisines would be an added advantage. 

• Ability to prepare numerous meals and dishes.  

• Ability to manage time efficiently.  

• Ability to manage the budget to ensure profitability.  

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.  

• Demonstrate excellent leadership skills.  

• Ability to recreate new dishes based on season’s availability.  

• Ability to offer outstanding customer service.  

• Ability to run the kitchen smoothly.  

• A keen eye for details for accuracy.