Executive Sous Chef

Company Description

Your Fairmont Journey Starts Here:

Are you a someone with a passion for excellence and a flair for exceptional hospitality? Fairmont Udaipur Palace invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey of luxury and join our pre-opening team.

Job Description

Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
• Manage all Kitchens in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Create all food menus with the guidance of the Executive Chef
• Complete daily market lists to ensure quality food ordering while maintaining budgeted costs
• Meet with Storekeepers to ensure quality & par levels are maintained
• Interact closely with the Catering department to assist in function menu co-ordination and meet with  Guests as required
• Liaise daily with Outlet Managers and Sous Chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
• Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines
• Support colleagues to ensure all kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

• Previous leadership experience in the culinary field required
• Minimum of 7 years of well-rounded experience in all areas of the culinary field
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
• Diploma Certification/ Degree in a Culinary discipline required
• Previous Hotel/Resort experience preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times