Job Title: Senior Chef Assistant
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Chef Assistant to join our Conference and Events Kitchen Team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for supporting our Senior Chefs in preparing and producing all mise en place items for the C&E Kitchen.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Support and collaborate with the team to produce lavish buffets and elaborate banquet menus in Conference and Events.
2. Assist the team in demonstrating flair to brainstorm and create new items for our guests.
3. Ability to interpret event orders and deliver based on the clients' needs.
4. Assist with training Commis Chefs and apprentices to the desired standard, including full working knowledge of the section and department.
5. Actively promote and participate in teamwork and positive communication with the kitchen and other departments.
6. Cultivate a positive work environment where learning and personal development are celebrated.
7. Ensure food standards, preparation, presentation, and cooking techniques are established and monitored to meet Sofitel Brand Standards guidelines.
8. Ensure the highest level of hygiene is practiced to meet Health & Safety regulations and HACCP food preparation guidelines.
9. Ensure food safety logs and requirements are met at all times.
10. Work with and coordinate the work of Apprentice Chefs in the preparation and production of food as required.
11. Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage, whereby you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining stock control procedures.
12. Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced, and cleaned.