Executive Sous Chef

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• Lead the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, through an active presence on the floor, leading your teams to deliver service excellence.
• In collaboration with the other culinary leaders; oversee the entirety of the culinary and stewarding departments supporting the hotel Food and Beverage operations including the Banquet operation.
• Oversee the Stewarding Department including scheduling, labour management, inventory and performance management.
• Effectively participate in managing the departmental budget through purchasing, inventory management, pricing, and managing labour.
• Drive revenue and profit through the development and implementation of menu design, strategies, practices and promotions.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation of the kitchen, through industry leading food safety protocols. 
• Highly involved in sourcing products and building relationships with local vendors.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective operation of the hotel, and exceptional guest experiences.
• Train and lead the culinary team, ensuring they have the skills, training and tools to deliver world class culinary experiences.
• Take an active role with FOH leaders to ensure service colleagues are knowledgeable about the menu and can speak with guests comfortably about menu items, ingredients, and techniques.   
• Personally engage with guests ensuring exceptional culinary experiences.
• Take initiative to ensure guest satisfaction metrics are met or exceeded, responding personally to guest feedback.
• Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of new colleagues 
• Promote the growth and development of internal talent.
• Pro-actively participate in colleague engagement initiatives.
• Active role engaging in Social Media and PR activities by promoting our Food and Beverage within the community, on social media and the press.
• Lead the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef/Culinary Director
• Adhere to all Company policies, procedures and values. 
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role within a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Hands-on leader, who consistently sets a positive example for the team
• Proven ability to manage staff across multiple sections, with clear and effective communication skills
• Solutions-focused professional dedicated to continuous learning and improvement
• Adaptable and resilient, maintaining top quality and adherence to standards amidst changing circumstances
• Genuine passion for food and an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences at events
• Ability to work a rotating roster, including nights, weekends, and public holidays

• ood communication and customer contact skills
• Service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team
• Self-motivated and energetic
• Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times