A luxury hotel and resort company is seeking a Demi Chef to oversee the smooth operation of the kitchen section. Responsibilities include managing food preparation, ensuring high-quality standards, collaborating with the kitchen team, and maintaining cleanliness. Ideal candidates possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure. This role offers a dynamic environment within a prestigious establishment located in Australia.
Responsibilities
Manage, organize and ensure the smooth running of your section.
Maintain a good working relationship with all colleagues and other departments.
Report daily to the Executive Sous Chef and cooperate with kitchen team.
Prepare daily mise-en place according to work lists or verbal instructions.
Ensure all acquired items are ready before service.
Maintain high standards of food preparation by checking taste and presentation.
Ensure uniformity in dishes and adherence to portion sizes.
Store goods and food items correctly to prevent contamination.
Maintain an organized and clean work area.
Clean and maintain fridges and working areas properly.
Leave the work area organized for incoming shifts.
Report equipment malfunctions to the Executive Sous Chef.
Prevent damage, breakage, theft, or loss of property.
Assist in controlling food costs and maintaining stock levels.
Facilitate appropriate disciplinary actions as necessary.
Communicate any kitchen operation issues to the Executive Sous Chef.
Order and verify items from stores and production rooms.
Job description
Demi Chef
Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort - Tioman Island
31 December 2024
Responsibilities
Manage, organize and ensure the smooth running of your particular section
To maintain a good working relationship with all colleagues and other departments
To report daily to the Executive Sous Chef and cooperate with other members of the kitchen team
To prepare daily mise-en place, according to work lists or verbal instructions given by the Executive Sous Chef
Ensures that all acquired items are ready to go, well before service
Takes a professional interest in constantly maintaining a high standard of food preparation by checking food for taste, temperature and visual appeal
Ensures all dishes are uniform in content, taste, presentation and established portion sizes are adhered to
Ensures that goods and food items are stored in the correct manner, which prevents contamination and minimizes food spoilage
To maintain an organized, clean and hygienic work area
To ensure that fridges, storage and working areas are cleaned and maintained, ensured that chemicals are used according to manufacturer’s instructions and with minimum wastage
Leaves the work area clean and organized; then hands over to incoming shift workers
Reports any equipment malfunctioning and problems to the Executive Sous Chef
Makes every attempt to prevent any damage, breakage, theft or loss of hotel property
Assist in reducing the overall food cost within given guidelines as well as other kitchen related expenses by controlling requisitions and maintaining adequate stock levels
Reports to the Executive Sous Chef for correct disciplinary action to be taken against staff, fair and professionally, to maintain a high level of staff moral and discipline
Informs and consults the Executive Sous Chef of any problems, discrepancies and happenings with the kitchen operation
To order items from the stores or productions rooms and double check the requisitions, must do a physical check of the kitchen stock