Sous Chef - Balsall Common, West Midlands, United Kingdom - Delta Hotels by Marriott Forest of Arden Country Club

Description

Job Summary
To assist in supplying the highest possible standard of food to our guests at all times.
Scope/Business Context
A Full-Time/Part-Time position based at The Forest of Arden Hotel.
Number of Direct Reports 18.
Titles of Direct Reports Apprentices, Commis Chefs, Chef de Partie.
Candidate Profile

Experience:
Previous experience of food service in a similar style of operation preferred but not essential.

Skills and Knowledge:
Strong Communication skills (verbal, listening, writing).
Pro-active and reliable.
Able to work alone and within a team.
Flexible hours in line with business needs.
Must be well presented and have excellent personal hygiene.

Education or Certification:
Good level of English essential
Basic Food Hygiene Certified
Specific Duties
The following are specific responsibilities and contributions, critical to the successful performance of the position:
Ensure that you have full product knowledge of all menu items and their service.
To assist the Executive Head Chef and Sous Chef in the organisation and control of all kitchen operations.
To assist the Executive Head Chef in the organisation and control of all kitchen operations.

To assist the Executive Head Chef/Sous Chef in controlling all goods going out of the kitchen and purchases coming in.

To be capable of taking charge of any section on the kitchen and running it competently.

To be responsible for supervising and training the Chef de Parties/Commis Chefs if put on a particular section with them.

To assist the Executive Head Chef/Sous Chef in menu compilation.
To ensure the kitchen is clean and tidy at all times.
To be capable of preparing dishes with a minimum of wastage.
To be fully aware of the Accident Reporting Procedure, Maintenance Fault Procedure and Fire Policy.

To understand how the hotel Health and Safety Policy affects your department and how it links in with the rest of the hotel.

To respond and act upon any reasonable request by Senior Management.
Other
Performs other related task as assigned by Management.
Complies with The Forest of Arden Hotel policies and procedures.
Working hours as required to do your job but normally not less than your contracted hours. TPBN1_UKCT