Company Description
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/
Job Description
Scope of Position:
Having completed an apprenticeship and/or achieved trade recognition, a Commis Chef works as part of the kitchen team. Engaged in cooking, baking, pastry cooking or butchering duties.
This position involves food preparation and presentation with flair for breakfast, lunch and dinner for A la Carte, room service, functions and buffet service.
Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment whilst ensuring a product of high quality and presentation standards.
Demonstrate commitment to customer service for internal and external customers.
Specific Responsibilities
Prepare and present menu items showing variety and flair, within the cost margins specified by the hotel.
Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage. Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.
Order necessary foods according to proposed business demands. Consult with Executive Chef for guidance and authorisation of order.
Liaise with Restaurant employees regarding the availability of menu items, additions to the menu and any relevant changes.
Work with and co-ordinate the work of apprentices in the preparation and production of food as required.
Prepare and ensure availability of mise-en-place as required.
Keep all working areas clean and tidy. Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned. Report any problems to the Executive Chef.
Attend daily shift briefings to kitchen colleagues.
Promote a Fun/Professional and Disciplined work environment.
Support & Motivate kitchen colleagues.
Actively share ideas, opinions & suggestions in daily shift briefings.
Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate to minimize repeat visits.
Perform tasks to the standards & expectations set forth.
Promote Health and Safety at all times.
Ensure proper hygiene as per Municipality and Health & Safety requirements.
Complete all grooming, spot check and temperature control sheets as required.
Maintain cleanliness and proper rotation of product in all chillers.
Minimize wastage/spoilage.
Communicate daily with supervisors to ensure open lines of communication.
Complete assigned tasks in an efficient and timely manner.
Strive to improve 'Trustyou' results for Food Quality.
Daily checks of all mise en place to ensure freshness & quality standards.
Perform any other reasonable duties as required by the department head.
Assist and liaise with chef on duty as required.
Qualifications
Grade 12
A diploma in Culinary arts / Diploma in hospitality management will be an advantage.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
