JOB DESCRIPTION
A Kitchen Team Member (Commis Chef) is responsible for preparing and presenting high quality dishes to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while consistently contributing to departmental targets.
What will I be doing?
As a Commis Chef, you are responsible for preparing and presenting high quality dishes to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Commis Chef will also be required to prepare all mis-en-place and contribute to departmental targets. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
Ensure consistent great food production, in line with the high quality standards expected by Hilton
Organise the ‘work area’ to be able to deliver the pre-service and service tasks effectively & efficiently, to the required standard, and in line with HACCP standards
Constantly maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of your assigned work are
Understand the specifications of the dishes we sell, their price, and the processes designed to present them to our customer
Ensure that all is ‘en place’ in sufficient time and that the work area contributes consistently to a highly effective service session
Prepare efficiently and consistently hot and cold food menu items of impeccable standard during the assigned shift
Visually check food quality and food presentation as instructed by the Line Managers
Every day, personally deliver a few of the prepared orders to guests in the restaurant, introduce yourself as the chef who produced their dish and wishing them bon appetit. Check after a few minutes with the guests how they liked it and actively ask for feedback
Be a reliable and motivated member of the Food Operations team
Communicate clearly and constructively with other team members to help deliver great guest experiences at our hotel
Be a role model for others by demonstrating passionate, friendly brand-specific guest service at all times
Always deliver ‘fair share’ in team tasks and support colleagues whose workload may temporarily be heavy, this includes helping out in stewarding and F&B service
Provide constructive suggestions/feedback to your Line Manager on products, processes and procedures to contribute to our continuous improvement efforts
Be aware of planned team meetings and learning sessions and attend as required
Commit to learning something new every day
Volunteer to participate in company campaigns like Travel with Purpose or Team Member committees
Execute any duties as assigned by the Chief Host, Kitchen Manager, Kitchen Assistant or Chef de Partie in charge
What are we looking for?
A Commis Chef serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
Previous experience as a Commis Chef or Apprentice Chef
NVQ Level 1
Positive attitude
Good communication skills
Ability to work under pressure
Proven ability to work with a team and to follow instruction
A passion to learn and a drive to succeed in a culinary/hospitality career
Proof of completion in a basic food hygiene course
A passion for food and the culinary arts
Completion of an accredited commercial cookery course or trade apprenticeship
Experience multi-tasking and working in an environment with rigorous standards
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
NVQ Level 2
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