Passionate and Creative Executive Chef for a well-established Hotel in Nairobi

An exciting opportunity as an Executive Chef for a well-established hotel in Nairobi has just opened! The successful candidate needs to be a team leader who inspires and motivates his team to grow, whilst also looking at promoting the hotel. He/She must be stress resilient with a very flexible approach and with a “CAN DO” Attitude. International Experience is a MUST!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and apply standard operating procedures.
• Ensure that Food cost levels are maintained as specified in the budget.
• Develop and create new a la carte, buffet and banquet menus.
• Prepare proper recipe costing for all menu items.
• Ensure consistency in food production.
• Be responsible for all production of food items for guests and staff.
• Follow new trends in food production.
• Responsible to keep all equipment in good working order.
• Ensure that cleanliness & hygiene of the workplace and staff are always of highest standard.
• Recruit and continuously train the kitchen staff.
• Hold regular staff meetings with the kitchen staff.
• Write Weekly and Monthly reports as requested.

 Qualifications:

•  Degree from a reputable institution or relevant discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of Chef experience working in an upmarket restaurant/Hotel.
• A passion for good food.
• Proficiency in high volume retail with P&L accountability.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Have excellent English communication skills both written and spoken.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Applications:

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