Our esteemed client, within the Hospitality sector based in Limassol, is currently seeking a passionate and experienced Chef de Cuisine. This role offers a fantastic chance to combine culinary expertise with a dynamic, innovative work environment. If you believe you are the right fit for this exciting role, we invite you to apply now and take the next step in your culinary career in Limassol.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure the product consistency in the Outlet is maintained regarding quality, appearance and taste
- Enhance service to regular guests by adapting to personal taste and providing anticipatory service
- Ensure the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef are informed of daily operations
- Train and develop the team as a primary objective, openly sharing knowledge
- Establish and maintain effective workplace relationships
- Maintain food cost within parameters provided by the company and ensures continual awareness of monthly costs
- Monitor and control labor cost to maximize employee productivity and minimize payroll whilst maintaining quality standards
- Drive the business together with the Restaurant Manager in order to increase revenue
- Participate in preparing the annual operating budget and follows it ardently
- Assist with the design of menus, food presentation, product and style of service to enhance customer satisfaction and repeat clients
- Demonstrate integrity, respect and empathy in all communications
- Network to build relationships for organization’s benefit
- Identify, analyses and solves problems via solutions and results focused management
- Provide guidance and support to team and colleagues
- Constructively manage performance, conflict and difficult situations to achieve results acceptable to participants, the organization and legislation
- Maintain records of all training
- Share all relevant information with staff, maintaining confidentiality where required
- Perform regular inspections to kitchen equipment, ensuring operational condition and reports any damages
- Ensure that our client policies and procedures are strictly adhered to by all kitchen employees
- Meet daily with Restaurant Manager, discuss day to day operational issues and future operational strategies
- Ensure the kitchen exhibits the flair, creativity and constantly strives for ‘best in class’ quality standards
- Attend meetings as required
- Ensure Food Safety Standards are maintained in line with company policy, or as directed by management
- Ensure the evaluation and appraisals of all its subordinates.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Minimum 12 years professional kitchen experience with 6 years in a similar role in Five-star hotels and Resorts
- Pre-opening of high-volume operations will be considered as an advantage
- Experience in a high-volume operation, working with international teams
- Relevant experience in a variety of cuisines, or a specific style/cuisine as relevant to the position
- Proven ability to deliver ‘best in class’ cuisine, supported by awards and/or industry recognition
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Emilios Eracleous, emilios@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 723 for further information.