Sous Chef Job at Timbers Kauai
WE ARE:
Timbers Resorts is a developer and operator of exceptional boutique hotels, residence clubs and resort communities located in some of the most sought-after destinations in the world. Timbers Resorts is always looking for dynamic, driven people to join our team. We are passionate about exposing our Owners and guests to some of the most sought-after places on earth, and creating unparalleled experiences for families to make memories
YOU ARE:
An inspired, driven individual who believes in providing outstanding customer experiences and comes to work energized and ready to carry that spirit throughout the day. You truly appreciate the opportunity to work with people who encourage, challenge, and support one another to be their best.
SUMMARY
Responsible for providing efficient and cost-effective food service to the hotel food outlets while maintaining or exceeding the high-quality standards of Timbers Kauai.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Essential functions as defined are ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents within this classification. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Plans, organizes, schedules, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned staff.
- Meets with the Chef de Cuisine, head cooks and stewards daily, to ensure smooth running of all kitchen departments.
- Ensures that each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation and correct temperature.
- Ensures coordination of services between restaurant and kitchen.
- Ensures that staff is trained in all aspects of kitchen operations, equipment utilization, safety procedures, portion control and pleasing presentation of all dishes.
- Assists in development and creation of menus to maintain or exceed the established criteria, paying special attention to seasonal availability.
- Assists with the establishment and maintenance of working budget with required updates as required.
- Develops dishes for implementation on menu
- Regularly updates costing sheets to ensure accuracy of menu item pricing
- In the absence of the Chef De Cuisine, holds daily meetings with the Restaurant Manager to ensure that VIP's are timely identified, and any special arrangements properly communicated.
- Spends time daily in the walk in(s) to ensure everything is in order. Examples including but not limited to: proper labeling, rotation of product, quality of food being stored, proper storage hierarchy being followed.
- Follows up appropriately with team members if proper procedures are not followed.
- Monitor banquet function sheets for any change and clarifies variations with the chef.
- Attend BEO and Pre-con meetings in the absence of the Chef De Cuisine.
- Ensures adherence to stringent hygiene requirements and that staff that are ill or injured receive the correct treatment or are not allowed to work.
- Ensures that all stocks are ordered to the correct quantities, quality and price, conduct regular stock checks/stock takes. This includes daily and monthly inventories.
- Ensures that all stocks are being kept securely and under the correct conditions applicable to each type of commodity stored.
- Ensures adherence to safety and emergency procedures required to protect hotel and guest property.
- Reports any maintenance deficiencies timely.
- Resolves customer complaints/queries satisfactorily.
- Maintains thorough understanding of industry and stays abreast of industry trends.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
- Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills/ Requirements
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED supplemented by formal coursework in culinary sciences; AND three (3) years of culinary operations experience, two (2) years of which were at a managerial level; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, and employee training and discipline.
- Principles, practices and techniques of the cooking trade.
- Food and beverage products, menus and promotions.
- Policies and procedures of the department and company standards and policies.
- Principles, methods and equipment used in meal preparation in a restaurant setting.
- Safe work practices and sanitation related to food preparation and service.
- Inventory and record keeping principles and practices.
- Customer service principles and practices.
- Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
- Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.
- Microsoft Office applications
- Proper professional internal and external email etiquette
Skilled in:
- Planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff.
- Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
- Performing budgeting and accounting functions for assigned operations.
- Efficiently and effectively performing cooking duties.
- Focusing on quests and provision of quality customer service.
- Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
- Reading, understanding and following recipes and oral and written directions.
- Maintaining appropriate inventory of supplies and materials.
- Organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines.
- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
Work Location: In person
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