Demi Chef (Local Hire)
Support the Chef de Partie by preparing, presenting, storing and serving a selection of dishes.
Key Responsibilities
- In absence of Manager, conduct shift briefings to ensure hotel activities and operational requirements are known.
- Prepare in advance food, beverage, material and equipment needed for the service. Cook and serve dishes according to the restaurant’s menu.
- Provide direction to the Kitchen helpers, including Commis, Cooks, Kitchen Attendants and Stewards.
- Clean and re-set their working area.
- Work with Superior and People Services Manager to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive. Duties include:
- Conducting on the job training in accordance with the departmental standards and procedures and maintaining a record of progress for each staff member.
- Providing input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guideline.
- Ensuring new staff attends Corporate Orientation within first month of hire.
- Coaching, counseling and disciplining staff in breach of hotel policies and departmental procedures, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance.
- Preparing induction programs for new employees and allocating sufficient time for their implementation.
- Work with superior in the preparation and management of the department’s budget and is aware of financial targets.
- Work with Superior and Human Resource Manager to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive.
- Recycle where-ever possible and enforce cost saving measures to staff.
- Log security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirements.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Gastronomic education certificate or equivalent (apprenticeship/diploma/BA/Bsc)
- Must show signs of career development
- HACCP certification
- Good experience in Asian Cuisine is preferred
- Minimum 2 years kitchen experience
- 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
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Applying a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
- Working in a safe, prudent and organized manner
- Ability to operate computer and office equipment
- Proficiency in Excel and Word is beneficial
About Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City - Accra
The Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City - Accra is the only five-star luxury hotel offering state-of-the-art meeting facilities and services in the city. Conveniently located in the downtown area and in close proximity to the State House, the Accra International Conference Centre, and the National Theatre. The property has 269 luxury rooms (largest room size in Accra), 24 suites, a variety of F&B offerings as well as large conference facilities. Our latest addition is the Resense Spa, the largest SPA in West Africa, and the most exclusive luxury hotel spa in Accra. The 3,000 sqm wellness and fitness facilities cover three floors and include an authentic hammam, separate male and female wellness areas with saunas, steam room and whirlpool baths, and ten treatment rooms, including two couple suites, fitness and beauty facilities, and a cosy relaxation lounge. We offer a perfect mix of categories to meet the needs of both corporate and conference visitors to the country.
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