Chef De Cuisine - Continental

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Jaipur; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in Jaipur seeks an experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen operations, ensuring seamless service and quality across all stations.

You will supervise menu planning, training, food safety, and cost control, while coordinating with other departments to deliver VIP dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the kitchen to ensure smooth workflow and efficient service.
• Plan, develop, and implement menus in line with the restaurant concept, culinary standards, and guest expectations.
• Supervise food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure consistent quality, taste, portion size, and presentation.
• Lead, train, motivate, and develop the kitchen team to maintain high standards of performance and professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards at all times.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and proper storage conditions throughout the kitchen.
• Manage food costs, portion control, inventory, purchasing, and minimize food waste.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and timely food service.
• Handle special requests, VIP requirements, events, and guest preferences when required.
• Conduct regular quality checks and ensure that all dishes meet the approved recipes and presentation standards.
• Assist in menu engineering, recipe development, costing, and pricing to maximize profitability.

Job description

Job Description

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient service.
• Plan, develop, and implement menus in line with the restaurant concept, culinary standards, and guest expectations.
• Supervise food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure consistent quality, taste, portion size, and presentation.
• Lead, train, motivate, and develop the kitchen team to maintain high standards of performance and professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards at all times.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and proper storage conditions throughout the kitchen.
• Manage food costs, portion control, inventory, purchasing, and minimize food waste.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and timely food service.
• Handle special requests, VIP requirements, events, and guest preferences when required.
• Conduct regular quality checks and ensure that all dishes meet the approved recipes and presentation standards.
• Assist in menu engineering, recipe development, costing, and pricing to maximize profitability.