Chef

Chef Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Chef to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepares weekly schedule for their staff (special duties, cleaning, etc.) and ensures their grooming (i.e. hygiene, uniforms);
  • Supervises the food display, ensures that food is properly stored, sets up the work stations and keeps it clean at all times;
  • Supervises team members performance;
  • Coaches , trains and motivates the team members to reach departmental goals;
  • Works in compliance with the company operating standards and follows the Public Health and food safety procedures;
  • Responsibility for the operation of a designated section of the kitchen;
  • Maintain a clean cooking station;
  • Train, guide and motivate pastry assistants;
  • Perform food preparation tasks in the kitchen;
  • Plan, implement and manage daily operations;
  • Ensure that recipes and proportions are strictly adhered to, to ensure consistency, quality and cost control;
  • Keep abreast with the latest food and industry trends;
  • Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train personnel;
  • Monitor supplies and ingredients necessary for daily operations;
  • Prepare menus.

Requirements:

  • Valid passport (at least with 6 months validity before joining);
  • Criminal record (mandatory prior embarkation schedule);
  • At last 5 years’ experience in a similar managerial role in cruise line;
  • Team management and conflicts resolutions;
  • Good communication skills and customer care;
  • Ability to work in a team;
  • Multitasking and ability in handling a high quality and high volume of culinary operations;
  • Fluent English, oral and written skills. Any additional language is considered an advantage;
  • Great knowledge of HACCP, USPH and Sanitation standards;
  • Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions;
  • Menu Planning;
  • Relevant qualification;
  • Waste control;
  • Ability to cater for 180 staff per day;
  • Experience in Healthy Food, Main Item Food and pastries/desserts.