Head Chef (Italian Speaker)
kempinski
Head Chef (Italian Speaker)
DescriptionThe Head Chef is responsible for overseeing the kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality food, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment. The Head Chef will also be responsible for menu planning, inventory management, and maintaining budgetary constraints.
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Key Responsibilities\nAssist with organizing special events and special food promotions.\nParticipate 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.\nParticipate 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.\nMaintain comprehensive product knowledge including ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets, and current trends and make recommendations for appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations accordingly.\nMaintain a hygienic kitchen and personal hygiene.\nWork with Superior and Director of People Services to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive and assist in planning for future staffing needs.\nAssist in maintaining a comprehensive, current and guest focused set of departmental standards and procedures and oversee their implementation.\nEnsure training needs analysis of Kitchen staff is carried out and training programs are designed and implemented to meet needs.\nProvide input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guidelines. \nCoach, counsel and discipline staff, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance.\nApprove leave after considering hotel occupancy.\nWork with superior in the preparation and management of the department’s budget.\nControl and monitor departmental costs on an ongoing basis to ensure performance against budget.\nDemonstrate awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines and ensure your direct reports do the same.\nBe aware of duty of care and adhere to occupational, health and safety legislation, policies and procedures. \nBe familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly.\nInitiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangers.\nLog security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirements.\nImplement and practice HACCP.\n
Competencies\nMinimum 6 years kitchen experience and Minimum 2-3 years management experience in a Spanish Restaurant.\nEnglish – excellent oral skills\nItalian language – beneficial\nAbility to work independently, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions\nAbility to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors\nAbility to identify and delegate tasks effectively\nExcellent organizational and time management skills\nWorking in a safe, prudent and organized manner\nKnowledgeable of food safety regulations\nAbility to operate computer and office equipment\nProficiency in Microsoft Office\n
About KempinskiFounded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.
Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.
For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.
In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.
Department: Kitchen
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: United Arab Emirates - Dubai
DescriptionThe Head Chef is responsible for overseeing the kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality food, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment. The Head Chef will also be responsible for menu planning, inventory management, and maintaining budgetary constraints.
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Key Responsibilities\nAssist with organizing special events and special food promotions.\nParticipate 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.\nParticipate 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.\nMaintain comprehensive product knowledge including ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets, and current trends and make recommendations for appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations accordingly.\nMaintain a hygienic kitchen and personal hygiene.\nWork with Superior and Director of People Services to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive and assist in planning for future staffing needs.\nAssist in maintaining a comprehensive, current and guest focused set of departmental standards and procedures and oversee their implementation.\nEnsure training needs analysis of Kitchen staff is carried out and training programs are designed and implemented to meet needs.\nProvide input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guidelines. \nCoach, counsel and discipline staff, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance.\nApprove leave after considering hotel occupancy.\nWork with superior in the preparation and management of the department’s budget.\nControl and monitor departmental costs on an ongoing basis to ensure performance against budget.\nDemonstrate awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines and ensure your direct reports do the same.\nBe aware of duty of care and adhere to occupational, health and safety legislation, policies and procedures. \nBe familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly.\nInitiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangers.\nLog security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirements.\nImplement and practice HACCP.\n
Competencies\nMinimum 6 years kitchen experience and Minimum 2-3 years management experience in a Spanish Restaurant.\nEnglish – excellent oral skills\nItalian language – beneficial\nAbility to work independently, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions\nAbility to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors\nAbility to identify and delegate tasks effectively\nExcellent organizational and time management skills\nWorking in a safe, prudent and organized manner\nKnowledgeable of food safety regulations\nAbility to operate computer and office equipment\nProficiency in Microsoft Office\n
About KempinskiFounded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.
Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.
For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.
In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.
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