What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef de Cuisine position at Bentley Legacy Group?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Hotel Outlets and Banquets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product. He / she is also responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the kitchen, work and storage areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost / production ratio. He / she plans meals and assists the Food & Beverage Director with various assignments, i.e., pricing, banquets, etc.
Responsibilities :
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees with a smile.
- Oversee all kitchen work areas including cooks and stewards.
- Supervise staff in all food preparation, including proper receiving and storage of all food and food related items.
- Expedite peak meal periods by maintaining a "hands on" approach.
- Participate in and oversee monthly food inventories.
- Develop and adhere to kitchen budget according to hotel standards.
- Maintain food costs within budget guidelines.
- Review / change menus as per corporate directive and hold menu tastings after a menu change.
- Recommend to General Manager all kitchen operating supplies and capital purchases required.
- Maintain awareness of local competition and industry trends.
- Develop employee morale and ensure training of all Kitchen personnel.
- Establish and maintain a file of recipe cards according to hotel standards.
- Conduct monthly department meetings with kitchen staff.
- Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all Kitchen personnel
- Be responsible for developing a manager, including sign-off on all competencies and assist in his / her placement.
- Prepare and conduct all Kitchen interviews and follow hiring procedures.
- Conduct all 90 day and annual employee performance appraisals.
- Maintain a clean kitchen by implementing and maintaining a standard of "Clean As You Go."
- Perform any other duties as requested by the Food & Beverage Director or Executive Committee.
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