Company Description
About Sofitel Wellington: Sofitel Wellington is a luxurious haven nestled in the heart of the vibrant capital city. Known for its exquisite service and sophisticated ambiance, our hotel offers an unparalleled experience to our guests. Jardin Grill and La Serre, our signature outlets, are renowned for their culinary excellence, elevating the art of dining to new heights.
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Job Description
Our Ambassador will:
Assist the Jr. Sous Chef, Chef De Cuisine, and Executive Chef and where necessary operate a section of the kitchen and ensure that food standards, preparation, presentation, and cooking techniques are carried out according to established recipes/standards.
Organize an assigned section and ensure it runs efficiently and productively.
Be familiar with the other kitchen sections, promoting flexibility and productivity.
Ensure all food produced is in line with kitchen recipes and standards.
Prepare and cook all food orders with a sense of urgency.
Check all food is stored and handled as per current food health and hygiene regulations.
Ensure that work area, equipment, and section are kept clean at all times, in accordance with current health and hygiene regulations.
Monitor daily kitchen food and product requirements and advise the supervisor of these well in advance.
Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
Discuss food preparation issues with Managers and kitchen and waiting staff.
Monitor food preparation and wastage costs and control these by following efficient preparation methods and standard recipes.
Qualifications
Minimum two (2) years commercial cookery experience in a similar role, preferably including 5-star experience.
Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Professional Cookery.
Has the aptitude and willingness to undertake further development with Sofitel.
Physically fit and able to stand for the duration of a shift (8 hours).
Organize time and work efficiently.
Willingness to work weekends and public holidays due to business needs.
Projects a professional image at all times through personal presentation/interpersonal skills. Effective numeracy, verbal, and written communication skills.
Desire and ability to train and develop staff.
Appreciates and maintains an effective outlet for stress.
Initiates contacts and establishes rapport easily.
Additional Information
What's in it for you?
Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!
Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work-life balance!
Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide.
Accor's refer-a-friend bonus.
Meals on shift.
Accor's Parental Leave Scheme.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
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