As Junior Sous Chef, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness.
Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and ensure full knowledge and active participation of all our brand initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities
As Junior Sous Chef, I will support the Executive Chef and assume responsibility for the efficient operation in the following:
Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
Knows and complies consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules and guidelines.
Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
Checks incoming produce, ensuring that all food merchandise is in accordance with order sheets, receiving records and purchasing specifications.
Records guest complaints, requests and solutions together with any other issues related to personnel, equipment, produce Etc. and reports them to the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
Interacts with management of other departments within areas of responsibility and develops solid working relationships with them.
Works in any section of the kitchen when necessary, due to business levels or colleague shortages.
Assists in the control of the outlet operational budget, ensuring that all costs are strictly controlled maximizing profitability.
Ensures that you’re working area is of exemplary clean nature.
Fully understands the team goals and objectives, ensuring that the maximum is done to achieve the targets.
Be present throughout service.
Has a good knowledge of all outlet menus.
Maintains at all times the highest standard of social skills.
Reports any maintenances faults following the required steps.
Maintains efficient administration within the department preparing and submitting operational reports on time.
Ensures all equipment of the department is kept clean and in good working condition.
Continually focus on the rejuvenation of the culinary experience.
Constantly assess Menus and Wine Lists to remain relevant and in line with Eat With Six Senses practices.
Establish purchasing practices that meet the requirements of the Six Senses nutrition and sustainability platforms.
Instill a cost-focused philosophy through training and education.
Operate the department consistent with all legal, statutory and financial requirements and documentation, reporting systems, contractual obligations, security and safety protocols, communications, product and service standards, host management practices and budgetary controls are implemented, reviewed and maintained to ensure the successful operation of the hotel.
Strictly adhere to LQA standards and guest comments.
Qualifications
To execute the position of Junior Sous Chef, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following:
High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years kitchen experience in a full-service outlet or similar setting. Hospitality diploma/degree from a recognized hospitality school is preferred.
Knowledge of the use of broiler equipment and understanding of meat and fish cookery, proficient knife skills and understand farm to table concept.
Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
Fluent in English.
The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Junior Sous Chef at Six Senses Fort Barwara. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent to the position.
Six Senses Fort Barwara is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
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