Demi Chef De Partie Pastry

Nestled in the heart of Wellington, Sofitel Wellington epitomizes unparalleled luxury and sophistication. Seamlessly combining modern elegance with timeless charm, offering discerning travellers an exquisite experience like no other. 

Our Ambassador will:

• To assist the Jr. Sous Chef, Chef De Cuisine and Executive Chef and where necessary operate a section of kitchen and ensure that food standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are carried out according to established recipes / standards.
• To organize an assigned section and ensure it runs efficiently and productively.
• Be familiar with the other kitchen sections, promoting flexibility and productivity.
• Ensure all food produced is in line with kitchen recipes and standards.
• Prepare and cook all food orders with a sense of urgency.
• Check all food is stored and handled as per current food health and hygiene regulations.
• Ensure that work area, equipment and section is kept clean at all times, in accordance with current health and hygiene regulations.
• Monitor daily kitchen/pastry food and product requirements and advise the supervisor of these well in advance.
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Discussing food preparation issues with Managers and kitchen and waiting staff
• Monitor food preparation and wastage costs control these by following efficient preparation methods and standard recipes.
• Creativity and the ability to develop innovative pastry recipes.
• Participate in menu development.

• Minimum two (2) years commercial cookery experience in a similar role, preferably including 5 star experience.
• Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Professional Cookery.
• Has the aptitude and willingness to undertake further development with Sofitel.
• Physically fit and able to stand for the duration of a shift (8 hours).
• Organise time and work efficiently.
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays due to the business needs
• Projects professional image at all times through personal presentation / interpersonal skills. Effective numeracy, verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire and ability to train and develop staff.
• Appreciates and maintains an effective outlet for stress.
• Initiates contacts and establishes rapport easily.

Benefits:

• Free staff meal provided during shift
• Family & Friends Hotel Discounts Ongoing reward and recognition incentives and awards.
• Annual reward of a free night's accommodation at the hotel (did we say there is breakfast and dinner included?)
• Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!
• Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work life balance!
• Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
• Accor's refer-a-friend bonus
• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.