Maintain a high standard of specified work in accordance with the Senior Chef's instructions
Prepare, cook, and serve food delegated whilst ensuring that the highest possible quality is maintained and
that agreed standards for food preparation and presentation are met at all times under guidance from a senior chef * Measure ingredients and size portions accurately
Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles
Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils
Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity
Stock and restock workstations and display cases
Monitor stock movement and place timely ordering/ requisition
Aid in achieving food cost, minimize spoilages kitchen standard and overall objectives
Carry out daily and weekly procedures, including temperature checks, food labeling/dating and storage
Remove any hazards and make safe any defects in the kitchen or its equipment and report any problems to
a Senior Chef * Keep high standards of personal hygiene, clean uniform and overall HACCP standards
Adhere to company procedures in regards to temperature checks, food labeling/ dating, cleaning schedules
and hygiene regulations at all times whilst ensuring that all records of such are maintained * Assist with the acceptance and storage of deliveries and that all relevant company procedures are adheredto Maintain understanding of menu planning, importance and implementation of good stock controls/ stock management (FEFO) * Maintain familiarity with opening and closing procedures of the kitchen and carry them out as rotated
Keep high standards of cleanliness on section where assigned, also to assist in any job regarding hygiene
or cleanliness asked for by a Senior Chef * Maintain full awareness and adherence of all health and safety/ hygiene control including chemicals used atwork regulations * Maintain full awareness/ knowledge of and ability to act upon any kitchen emergencies
Maintain overall food safety, sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas
Comply with all company policies and procedures
Attend necessary trainings, workshops etc. for self-development
Essential:
Basic Hospitality or Catering training
A foundation degree in Culinary Arts Management * Previous On the Job experience/ apprenticeship in food preparation and kitchenorganization * Basic cooking skills
Knife skills requiring coordination, precision and speed
roasting, etc. * Good working familiarity with use of kitchen equipment
Ability to communicate in English
Ability to work under pressure/ remain calm while multi-tasking
Ability to work quickly and efficiently
Ability to work with different nationality
Desirable:
Diploma in Hospitality & Catering
Diploma in Professional Cookery
Certificate in additional international cuisine
Basic Food Hygiene, HACCP certification
At least two years' work experience in kitchen setting at a restaurant or hotel
Versatility in all sections/stations of the kitchen - vegetable, meat, fish, pastry,
butchery and so on * Attention to details and ability to learn on your feet and absorb lessons and put itinto practice right away * Ability to develop and maintain stamina and and mental toughness to cope withthe stress of long working hours/ split shifts and busy service periods * Ability to keep a zealous attitude for maintaining the cleanliness and safety ofkitchen * Creative skills and imagination to turn food pieces to desirable food items