Head Chef – Lobito De Mar

Prepares and serves a range of a la carte items which meet guest’s expectations while supervising junior members of the Kitchen Brigade

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing special events and special food promotions
• Participate in the drafting of concept ideas and menus for all special events and functions while encouraging all staff to put forward their ideas and utilizing them wherever practical
• Participate and supervise the kitchen in the preparation and presentation of all food items in accordance with the hotel’s food and beverage standards and standardized menu guidelines
• Maintain comprehensive product knowledge including ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets, and current trends and make recommendations for appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations accordingly
• Assist in maintaining a comprehensive, current and guest focused set of departmental standards and procedures and oversee their implementation
• Ensure training needs analysis of Kitchen staff is carried out and training programs are designed and implemented to meet needs
• Provide input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guidelines
• Work with superior in the preparation and management of the department’s budget
• Control and monitor departmental costs on an ongoing basis to ensure performance against budget
• Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotel

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years kitchen experience
• Minimum 2-3 years management experience (e.g. Sous Chef)
• Experience in Seafood Spanish Cuisine / Restaurant is required
• Knowledgeable of food safety regulations
• Ability to work as part of a team, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors
• Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Applying a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
• Working in a safe, prudent and organized manner