Hilton Hotel Careers – Chef de Partie

Job Responsibilities:

• To do takeout work or work outside the kitchen when required.
• Accept constructive criticism with an open mind.
• Monitor the quality and quantity of food to ensure the maximum economy of raw materials.
• Actively participate in kitchen meetings to maintain continuous improvement of kitchen operations, achieve goals and maintain smooth communication.
• Ensure that recipes and costs exist and are updated.
• Follow any new menu changes requested by the Chef and any working methods for new menus, daily specials and promotions.
• Active learning and appropriate change where required.
• Attend monthly management meetings, operations meetings and organizes departmental meetings in the absence of the Chef.
• Work closely with the Chef in ordering food quantities for the day, maximise the use of food produce to eliminate waste and obtain the best rate of return.
• Maintain compliance with FSAA requirements in all aspects of hotel operations.
• Assist the Chef in maintaining focus in personnel training of new and current staff, work on SOP improvement and continuous improvement in all other areas.
• Regularly check on all equipment belonging to the department to ensure they are in good working order, report any problems to the Head Chef if necessary.
• Prepare menus as required in a timely manner and strictly in accordance with the recipe, standards and the standard of plating.
• Ensure that all kitchen staff are informed about occupancy rates, forecast plans and revenue.
• Respond to each request to the satisfaction of the guest.
• Operate all equipment, appliances and machines properly.

Job Requirements:

• Basic knowledge of computer operation.
• Knowledge of food safety systems.
• Creative with strong research capability and development spirit and able to execute effectively.
• Ability to complete tasks on time in order of priority.
• Extensive knowledge of kitchen equipment and able to train staff.
• Work well under pressure, able to stay calm and solve problems.
• Able to work well independently as well as in a team.