Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast Executive Chef - Expat - Jobs in Accra Ghana
Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast Executive Chef - Expat - Jobs in Accra Ghana
Executive ChefManage all kitchen operations including Stewarding operations with an emphasis on maintaining hygienic standards and practices, staff training, and overseeing the preparation and presentation of a consistent food product which meets customer’s expectations.
Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City
Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City – Accra is the only five-star luxury hotel offering state of the art meeting facilities and services in the city.
Conveniently located in the downtown area and in close proximity to the State House, the Accra International Conference Centre and the National Theatre.
The property has 269 luxury rooms (largest room size in Accra), 24 suites, a variety of F&B offerings as well as large conference facilities and the largest SPA in West Africa (opening soon), a perfect mix of categories to meet the needs of both corporate and conference visitors to the country
The job of Executive Chef is executed satisfactorily when:
Recipes are maintained up-dated and accurate costing of all dishes prepared and sold in the Food and Beverage operation. New dishes and products are developed.
Comprehensive product knowledge is fostered in regards to ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets and current trends and appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations are made accordingly.
Excellent culinary technical skills are displayed and maintained.
Menus offering our guests value for money in accordance with corporate guidelines are created in collaboration with the Food & Beverage Director / Manager.
Effective and positive employee working relationships are established and maintained (KEES score 4% and above).
All ISO 22000 guidelines are achieved and maintained.
At Kempinski, Talent Development is a management responsibility and consequently an integral and important part of our Managers’ daily activities.
The Executive Chef fulfils their role as a Talent Development Ambassador when:
They actively support and implement Talent Development initiatives as a part of their daily activities.
They identify Training talents in their department and throughout the hotels as per below definition* and actively support their career development.
They support and initiate transfer, cross exposure and task force assignments for their team.
They personally conduct TTTTs with their team on a regular basis and take personal interest for their talents’ development plans.
They recruit and select potential talent according to the Company’s current and future hotel, regional and worldwide needs including conducting interviews for positions in their department and their region.
A Hotel Talent is an employee, who has the ability to do the current job in their hotel and can be promoted to the next level. Mobility is what makes this person a Kempinski Talent.
Main Responsibilities
Manage all functions of the Food Production and Stewarding operations to achieve the optimum departmental profit.
Plan and organize with the Director of Food and Beverage successful Food and Beverage activities in the hotel and abroad
Keep an up-dated hotel policies and procedures file.
Work with the People Services Manager to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive.
Plan for future staffing needs.
Ensure training needs analysis of Kitchen staff is carried out and training programmes are designed and implemented to meet needs (in collaboration with the Training Manager where applicable).
Conduct probation and formal performance appraisal
in line with company guidelines.
Maintain up to date staff records and approves leave requests.
Coach, counsel and discipline staff, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance.
Participate in the preparation of the hotel’s revenue plan and marketing programmes.
Determine with the Finance Director the minimum and maximum stocks of all food, material and equipment.
Work with Finance in the preparation and management of the department’s budget.
Demonstrate awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines and ensure all direct reports do the same.
Be aware of duty of care and adhere to occupational, health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
Be familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly.
Initiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangers.
Log security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirements.
Implement and practice ISO 22000
Monitoring Food cost with adherence to budget and forecast
Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotel.
Desired Skills and Responsibilities
Eligible for a working permit in country of hire.
Gastronomic education certificate or equivalent (apprenticeship/diploma/BA/Bsc)
Must show signs of career development
ISO 22000 certification
Minimum five 5 years in a kitchen management role, preferably with an international 5* hotel chain Minimum ten 10 years kitchen experience
Experience in a standalone F&B operation is beneficial
International experience is preferred
Banqueting experience is preferred
Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:
English – excellent oral and written skills
Additional language - beneficial
Knowledgeable of food safety regulations
Ability to effectively manage a team
Ability to work independently, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients / vendors
Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
Works in a safe, prudent and organised manner
Be knowledgeable of sales, marketing & promotional practices
Computer literacy adapted to the field of culinary:
Ability to operate computer and office equipment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Passionate for Food & Beverage/ gastronomy
People oriented
Passionate for European luxury
Entrepreneurial
Straightforward
Innovative
Business acumen
Sense of responsibility
Leader
Team player
Flexible and reliable
Tolerant and open minded
Works well under pressure
About Kempinski
Hoteliers since 1897, we have travelled the world in search of the most fascinating destinations without ever forgetting the finest traditions of our European heritage.
We are dedicated to please, educated to entertain, and we never compromise on the European elegance of service.
We pride ourselves on delivering a beautiful performance for each and every one of our guests.
And for our employees, we provide a stage on which they can flourish and realize their full potential.
Embrace an experience as individual as you are!
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 9th July 2019
For more information and job application details, see; Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast Executive Chef - Expat - Jobs in Accra Ghana
