Chef de Cuisine

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We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef de cuisine  to join our culinary team in Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, Egypt. As Chef de cuisine , you will play a crucial role in creating authentic  dishes and will be responsible for:

• Assisting the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring high-quality food production.
• Training and mentoring kitchen staff on cooking techniques, flavor profiles, and presentation.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen.
• Managing inventory, place orders, and control food costs.
• Collaborating with the culinary team to maintain consistency in food quality and presentation.
• Participating in menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal menu changes.
• Step in for the Executive Chef when necessary, managing all aspects of kitchen operation.
• To work with the Executive Sous Chef in setting each outlet menu and recipes for each meal period in order to ensure accuracy.
• To ensure that all outlet kitchens adhere to Company and Hotel Policies and Procedures and all Standards.
• To monitor food standards in collaboration with the Executive Sous Chef according to their respective outlet.  To work with Chefs de Partie to take corrective action where appropriate.
• To co-ordinate with the Stewarding in regards to the requirements for the Kitchens.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Proficiency in menu planning, recipe development, and food cost control
• Advanced culinary techniques and knife skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Creativity and passion for culinary innovation
• Valid food safety certification
• Fluency in English; ability to communicate in Arabic is a plus
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Your team and working environment:
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Note: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permits
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.