Descrição do emprego
Chef de Cuisine M / F / X
Join an exceptional brigade at the heart of a resort hotel.
At Victoria Golf Resort & Spa, our culinary team orchestrates unforgettable dining experiences each day, driven by rigorous organization and a shared passion for culinary excellence.
As Chef de Cuisine, you will be the true conductor of this talented brigade. Your creativity and leadership will set the tone for a refined, innovative cuisine inspired by seasonal ingredients. You will enhance the restaurant’s menu by bringing your vision, attention to detail, and awareness of emerging gastronomic trends.
You will be committed to passing on your know-how, developing your team’s skills, and fostering a culture of performance, respect, and shared enjoyment.
Join us and let your talent shine in a place where every plate tells a story.
Summary of Responsibilities
Reporting to the Executive Chef, your essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Consistently provide professional, warm, and engaging service
- Supervise and train the kitchen team
- Design and develop restaurant menus
- Ensure consistency in dish preparation and compliance with hotel recipes and standards
- Maintain and enhance the quality of food served
- Respect seasonality and harmony of flavors in all dishes
- Present dishes creatively and with finesse
- Stay current with culinary trends and techniques
- Ensure strong communication and coordination between kitchen and service teams
- Propose strategies to grow food revenue and control food cost
- Create culinary events in collaboration with the F&B team
- Visit tables and engage with guests to gather feedback
- Ensure ongoing culinary development of the kitchen brigade
- Prepare work schedules for team members
- Conduct daily restaurant briefings
- Apply and enforce HACCP standards as per Accor / Fairmont guidelines
- Recruit team members using the Smart Recruiter system
- Train team members according to the Train The Trainer (TTT) method
- Conduct performance evaluations after probation and annually
- Lead by example and apply both technical and emotional LQA standards
- Communicate with outlet managers to assess guest satisfaction
- Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, tools, and equipment
- Adhere to kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards
- Follow all hygiene and safety policies when handling food and beverages
- Commit to high service quality, discretion, and integrity
- Maintain a professional attitude, smile, and composure at all times
- Follow ergonomic and safety standards as well as hygiene and health regulations
- Respect all departmental and company policies, procedures, and service standards
- Perform any other duties as assigned
Qualificações
Qualifications :
Minimum 3 years of prior supervisory experience in the culinary fieldMinimum 7 years of total culinary experienceStrong command of the Portuguese languageCulinary diploma (CFC or equivalent Experience)Experience in a 4-star or 5-star property renown restaurants is a strong assetStrong passion for the culinary artsCreative and innovative mindset, aware of contemporary culinary trends and able to craft bold, modern dishesHighly organized and methodical approach to workStrong leadership and team management skillsAbility to develop and grow the kitchen brigadeProficiency with Microsoft Windows applications is an assetExcellent interpersonal and problem-solving skillsHighly responsible and reliableAbility to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environmentStrong team spirit and collaborative mindsetInformação adicional
Our Fairmont Values
Respect :
We value the needs, ideas, and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
Belonging :
We celebrate our differences. We support one another and always stand together.
Integrity :
We build trust through mutual respect and authenticity.
Empowerment :
We have the power to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.
Excellence :
We build genuine connections and cherish every opportunity to make those around us feel special.
Diversity and Inclusion
Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talents thrive. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.
Employee Benefits
Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague benefits, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays at Accor , Fairmont and Raffles properties, special discounts on dining and wellness services, and additional luxuries to enhance your experience.
We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.