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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. NOVOTEL
  4. Culinary

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Novotel Nairobi Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya

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REF102682M

Chef de Partie - Pastry

Region

MEA SPAC


Company Description

"Why work for Accor?

Guided by our purpose “Pioneering the Art of Responsible Hospitality, Connecting Cultures, with Heartfelt Care.” we empower every team member to bring their passion and creativity to life.


We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/
Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS"


Job Description

  • Supervises and monitors kitchen operation, responsible for monitoring food quality and consistency to ensure that the food presented to our guest is of the highest quality standards.
  • Prepare, bake, and finish a wide range of pastries, desserts, breads, and confections to exacting standards.
  • Execute recipes with precision while maintaining consistency in taste, texture, and presentation.
  • Contribute to the development of seasonal desserts, plated presentations, and specialty items in collaboration with the Pastry Sous Chef.
  • Through daily spot checks, monitors all food items being ordered by the kitchen and ensures all items are utilised completely to avoid wastage.
  • Works closely with receiving and storeroom and ensures that goods received are of the standard quality and meets hotel’s specifications.
  • Constantly assesses freshness, presentation and temperature of food served.
  • Ensures food portioning, serving, requisitions and receiving from stores are properly controlled in line with Standard Operating Procedures in order to minimise wastage.
  • To be responsible for personal hygiene and grooming in accordance to HACCP guidelines.
  • Enforces the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation in kitchens. This includes working areas including, but not restricted to; refrigerators, freezers, ceiling, walls, floors, shelving working tables and working utensils such as carving boards, slicer, mixers, blenders, cutters, woks, pots, pans, etc.
  • Ensures that all equipment is hygienically stored in its designated area.
  • Ensures that all perishable items are stored quickly and efficiently, all items are utilised completely to avoid wastage. Ensure ingredients are always fresh and within its expiry date.
  • Prevents using spoiled or contaminated products in any phase of food preparation. Colleagues who are ill or suffering from an infection should be not involved in the preparation or handling of food.
  • Responsible for the induction and on boarding of new hires.
  • Ensures that colleagues are trained in, and complies with hotel’s rules and regulations.
  • Continually improves product through obtaining feedback from guests.
  • Follows sustainable procedures and practices that supports Accor’s Corporate Social Responsibility program.
  • Performs any other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned.

Qualifications

  • Culinary diploma from a recognized culinary school
  • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a 4/5 Star Hotel
  • Creative and a keen eye for detail
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen equipment
  • Excellent understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
  • Valid food safety certification 
  • Proficiency in menu planning and recipe development
  • Experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred
  • Knowledge of various cuisines and current culinary trends
  • Strong time management skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent team collaboration and communication skills
  • Physical stamina to work long hours in a standing position
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
  • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

  • At Accor, we are Heartists!  Are you ready to put your heart at the center of everything that you do? If so, then join our team of Heartists
  • Every day, we look for opportunities to engage on a personal & meaningful way with our guests and each other.  

We deliver heartfelt hospitality in an environment that is engaging, enthusiastic and professionally rewarding!

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and what we really hope to achieve is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

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We foster our creativity, our excellence and progressiveness. We interconnect with each other and our environment, to create a new kind of quiet luxury. With us, you can take pride in being part of a wider global team leading the way in local sustainability initiatives. Working together with our communities, we will empower you to make your own meaningful impact.

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We take pride in promoting heartfelt hospitality with a French Zest, valuing passion, excellence and emotional intelligence. We pioneer a committed and sustainable approach to luxury, encouraging openness and inclusivity. We value new encounters with colleagues and guests from all horizons with a goal of creating a distinctive culture together.

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