Demi Chef Pastry at Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel

Description

• Prepare food and provide prompt, courteous and accurate service to all the customers (both internal and external) as per the set standards.

• Judging quality of raw material & providing quality finished products.

• Plating and presenting meal items as per the seniors’ instructions.

• Should maintain awareness of food cost, ensure minimum spoilage and wastage at all times.

• Ensure that the quality & quantity standards of bakery/pastry preparations and presentations are adhered to in the section.

• To supervise the work and training of in-house trainees in the section as required.

• Ensure that allocated section is always kept clean and all prep is completed.

• Maintaining quality and quantity control in all aspects, from portion control to freshness of the

• product presented.

• Ensure that the production, preparation, and presentation of food are of the highest quality at all times.

• Ensure that the quality & quantity standards are adhered to in the section.

• Maintain full awareness of all menu items, their recipes, methods of production and presentation standards.

• Assist with deliveries and restocking.

• Assisting with stock rotation and cleaning stations.

• Responsible for hygiene, safety and correct use of equipment and utensils.

• Carry out any other duties as required by management.

• Be able to make recommendations for alternatives, understand and action all required dietaries and allergens as requested.

• Report any maintenance issues to the senior Chef.

Requirements

• Graduate from a Hotel Management Institute or Food Production Course from a reputed institute specialising in Patisserie and Bakery – advantageous.

• 2-5 years relevant working experience, within hospitality will be advantageous.

• Good knowledge of hygiene & safety standards.

• Good knowledge of different cooking styles.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Proven track of food preparation, presentation and preservation knowledge is essential.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Knowledge on how to work in a safe, practical and organised manner.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary
• Medical aid & pension fund benefit
• Internal Belmond discounts
• Loyalty and recognition rewards programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On going Learning and Development opportunities
• Regular community, social and staff welfare events