Junior Sous Chef Job at Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu (Washington)

Junior Sous Chef

Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu

Location:
United Kingdom , Washington

Category:
Gastronomy

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Ready for a sizzling career move? You will play a pivotal role in our kitchen working alongside a fantastic team. The food you prepare, cook and serve makes our guests smile and wanting more. Are you hungry for more responsibility? We need people like you, efficient people who are quality-driven and willing to take on responsibility. Flexibility is key to our business culture and we aim to help everyone get the work/life balance right. The Mercure George Washington Hotel is located in the tranquil area of Washington, just a short drive from the centre of Newcastle. The Mercure George Washington Hotel, Golf and Spa have 125 Bedrooms, Meeting and Event rooms, Carter and Fitch Restaurant, Championship Golf course and a Fitness Leisure Club & Spa.

Job Responsibility:

Working 40 hour week (shifts work) 5 days over 7 days
Reporting to the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef within a strong team
To be fully aware of the preparation and service of all dishes on the hotel menus
To prepared to adapt and present dishes on according to customer requirements
To ensure mis en place is carried out throughout the kitchen to meet forecasted demand
To record temperature checks on food and in storage areas as directed to ensure statutory requirements are met and report any variances are rectified immediately
Understand and ensure the Food Safety Management System and HACCP are followed to the letter
Be the go-to Kitchen Manager for Environmental Health Inspections
Using the Riskproof platform supported by Shield Safety Group
To assist with the training of and supervise other members of the kitchen brigade
To assist with quality control and menu planning where appropriate
To be aware of product cost and kitchen gross profit targets
To assist with the ordering of food and materials as required following company procedures
Take the lead on Stock Controls using the LogOnn system supported by a monthly stock audit with Stock Check UK
To be fully aware of and strictly observe Food Safety regulations and requirements
Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions to improve the environment and menus
Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus according to property recipes and standards
Communicate effectively with the rest of the team and thrive for guest feedback
train our chefs, handle stock, order it, and cut down on wastage

Requirements:

At least a year under your belt managing a kitchen
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to work cohesively and collectively as part of a team
Bringing previous kitchen experience and Food Preparation qualifications
Naturally, the ability to cook with flair and imagination is paramount
Ideally from a hotel background you will have experience of catering for large conference and events including weddings and bespoke private functions
Previous experience in a similar position is essential

What we offer:

Free meals on duty
Access to a pension scheme
Fitness club membership
Uniform included
Hotel discounts worldwide after 6-months of service
Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
Learning programs through our Academies
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within the hotel and across the world
Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Green Key