Executive Chef
Fairmont Chengdu成都市Update time: September 17,2019
Job Description
Executive Chef

Primary Location

: China-Chengdu-Fairmont Chengdu

Employee Status

: Regular
Executive Chef
Hotel Overview:
Fairmont Chengdu, situated within the Palm Springs International Centre, is located in the heart of Tianfu New Area and Chengdu Hi-tech Zone and is adjacent to the Century City New International Convention & Exhibition Center, Global Center and the Tianfu Software Park.
The hotel features 336 guest rooms, Willow Stream Spa, Gold Executive Floor, over 1,350 square meters of meeting facilities, and a collection of F&B concepts including an all-day-dining restaurant Spectrum, CUBE a three-floor concept - lounge, cocktail bar and restaurant, a signature Sichuan Chinese restaurant Chang Yi, and our feature restaurant and bar occupying the top two levels of the hotel, Manhattan. The hotel opened its door on December 21, 2016.

Summary of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the General Manager, the primary responsibilities for the Executive Chef include but are not limited to the following:
  • Ensure consistency and highest quality in food taste, temperature and presentation.
  • Ensure the quality and cleanliness of all food displays with maximum creativity.
  • Coordinate all Restaurant / Banquet / food production, and all specific duties to chefs and other colleagues under his/her supervision.
  • Check all set-ups for restaurant and banquet functions. Responsible for the correct timing during service and that food served is always of the highest standards.
  • Monitor and implement portion control established with the recipe cards and the butcher test; minimise waste and spoilage.
  • Check stores and refrigerators and oversee proper storage and recycling of leftovers.
  • Ensure effective communication among the kitchens and with other departments.
  • Work closely with receiving and storeroom to ensure received goods meet Hotel’s quality standards specifications.
  • Supervise food tasting sessions and guide chefs for new menu implementation.
  • Attend meetings with Director of F&B or relevant senior leadership personnel in Hotel to discuss future business strategy and review ongoing action plan progress, and other departmental meetings as required.
  • Update menu recipe cards and menu planning for promotions.
  • Conduct staff training and on-the-job training on kitchen skills and new menu items.
  • Guide employee orientation for new hires.
  • Ensure colleagues adhere to hotel regulations re: fire, safety and emergency procedures.
  • Maintain proper controls over purchase orders and requisitions.
  • Monitor monthly food inventory turnover and slow moving items.
  • Ensure purchasing, receiving and all storage is efficiently handled.
  • Review food cost analysis on a daily basis to in line with budget and forecast.
  • Follow HACCP guidelines and ensure that colleagues comply with HACCP guidelines.
  • Works closely with Chief Steward to monitor and ensure that all cleaning is properly conducted and according to schedule.
  • Recommend promotions, transfers of colleagues from various outlets for General Manager’s approval.
  • Monitor colleagues schedule for the assigned outlets.
  • Conduct section / departmental meetings and colleagues daily briefings.
  • Manage colleagues’ appraisal process.
  • Responsible for proper efficiency and profitable functioning of F&B outlet.
Qualifications:
  • Solid Culinary Knowledge.
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in an International Class Hotel with at least 2 years’ experience in a similar capacity.
  • Culinary Related Certificates.
  • Apprenticeship or any other culinary certificate/diploma an advantage.
  • Physically fit.
  • Oral and written fluency in English.
  • Knowledge of other languages and basic understanding of local language preferred.
  • Must have strong culinary experience (international preferred).
  • Excellent leadership & supervisory skills with a “hands-on” approach.
  • Positive attitude and high energy level.
  • Motivator & self-starter; displays initiative & creativity.
  • Team player and team builder.
  • Flexible & adaptable to different working locations.
  • Finance knowledge.
  • Experience in a similar role in a luxury hotel with knowledge of the China market is required.
  • Working experience in China is an asset.
Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in China. The hotel will assist with the working visa for suitable foreigner applicants.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you’re launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit http://www.fairmontcareers.com/ to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts—and the extraordinary opportunities that exist!

ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London’s The Savoy, New York’s The Plaza, and Shanghai’s Fairmont Peace Hotel. We know that, to offer our guests engaging service, we first need to offer our employees the great. That’s why you'll find exceptional work opportunities—throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific—as well as great training, career development, recognition and rewards. We treat all colleagues with fairness and dignity. One of community and environmental leaders, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits you!

Job Level

: Senior Leadership / Executive

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day Job

Closing Date

: 10.Dec.2019, 8:59:00 PM

Job Number:

CHG00356

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