Head of Culinary Department

Fairmont Royal Pavilion is a beautiful 75 room property located on the platinum coast of beautiful Barbados, which focuses on the growth and development of staff by offering learning opportunities to gain valuable experience in the business

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and direct all food preparation, from prep through service
• Monitor and ensure that all food is of a high quality  
• Track, record, control and maintain inventory stock including foods, beverages, and kitchen supplies and costs
• Delegate daily tasks to Executive Sous Chef and other kitchen staff; manage their progress throughout the day
• Control labour, inventory and payroll costs
• Oversee entire kitchen staff activity and ensure efficient work
• Direct, design and plating/presentation techniques for all dishes
• Assist with menu engineering
• Create and design overall menu, including specials each week
• Assist with menu engineering and pricing for menu items
• In support with the Talent & Culture Department, hire and train new kitchen staff
• Work efficiently to resolve any challenges that arise in the kitchen
• Research and implement new culinary trends
• Maintain a clean kitchen and abide by all national food safety and sanitation laws inclusive of HACPP regulations
• Vast knowledge in culinary arts, including any new up and coming food trends
• Comply with all corporate Food and Beverage requirements
• Ensure high levels of team engagement
• Utilise TrustYou surveys to enhance guest experience
• Work closely with the Food and Beverage team to ensure the seamless delivery of service
• Knowledgeable of and ability to use all manner of complex kitchen equipment
• Be a role model for the team in providing warm, friendly and engaging service.
• Any other related duties as requested by the General Manager.

• University/College degree in Culinary Arts or a related discipline required
• 10 years’ experience working as Executive Chef required
• ServSafe and HACPP Certification
• 5 years’ Experience in a Forbes 5 star and AAA 4 Diamond hotel or resort required 
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Window applications required
• Financial Background - Comprehends budgets, operating statements and payroll progress reports as needed to assist in the financial management of department.

• Experience working in a 4/ 5 star Hotel
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Service focused personality is essential
• Must be energetic and able to lift and pull items 15 - 20 pounds.
• Must be able to effectively handle competing demands via prioritising.
• Ability to stand for lengthy periods
• Experience in a LQA, Forbes 5 star and AAA 4 Diamond hotel or resort required 
• Must be legally able to work in Barbados