Junior Sous Chef

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Company Details
Industry: Hospitality
Description: The Fairmont Norfolk is a historic hotel in Nairobi, Kenya and is owned by the luxury hotel chain, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. The hotel has 170 rooms, 4 restaurants, and consists of 5 main blocks, each ranging from 1 to 2 stories high. The hotel has a signature Tudor style of architecture that has been maintained since its original construction.
Job Description

What you will be doing:

 

Reporting to the Cluster Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

 

Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues

 

Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards

 

Conduct daily shift briefings to kitchen Colleagues in absence of the Sous Chef

 

Ensure all kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations

 

Liaise with the Outlet Chef to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback

 

Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage

 

Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions

 

Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment

 

Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards

 

Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage

 

Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

 

Your experience and skills include:

 

Previous experience in the Culinary field required

 

Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent required

 

Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset

 

Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset

 

Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

 

Highly responsible & reliable

 

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment

 

Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

 

Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

 

 

 

Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
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