Head Chef (Vietnamese Cuisine)

Summary:

The Head Chef is responsible for managing the pre-opening and the day-to-day operation in the Kitchen whilst striving to achieve the highest possible level of guest satisfaction. He will ensure that the concept of the Kitchen is followed, and that the Food culture is in line with the set Standards. He will be responsible to conduct competition checks to ensure being updated and competitive in the local market and Ensure compliance with the restaurants security, health, and safety in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations in Qatar.

• Job & Responsibilities

• Propose and modify menus that meet quality standards.
  

• Ensure that high quality food is offered ensuring the variety and quality of the servings.
  

• Maintain the highest possible hygiene and maintenance standards. Ensure the highest degree in applied hygiene and food safety as per the Qatar Health and Safety guidelines to ensure that the food served to the guest is of highest quality and standard.
  

• Prepare Back of the House Observation Report, highlighting the kitchens current overall status versus the actions needed.
  

• Ensure that all dishes leaving the kitchen are of appropriate portion and presented as per recipes and presentation standards.
  

• Control the food cost by preparing or reviewing all store requisitions and direct purchases and ensure the accurate delivery of goods in order to achieve the budgeted profitability.
  

• Maintain a list of targeted suppliers for the raw materials with the best available quality for the lowest price with pre-approval of the Executive Chef.
  

• Attend required meetings and conduct daily briefing with the team members ensuring efficient communication, to run the kitchen smoothly.
  

• Handle guest complaints / suggestions / requests regarding the food to correct and to achieve high guest satisfaction.
  

• Ensure the Chefs development in the Kitchen and kitchen staff are trained / guided / motivated to achieve highest quality standards set by the Executive Chef.
  

• Identify the essential training needs by evaluating the strengths and areas to improve of the kitchen staff and the training timeline.
  

• Plan effectively all Furniture, Fixtures and operating equipment for the kitchen to ensure a smooth operation.
  

• Drive together with the Executive Chef and Operations Manager all events in the Kitchen as per the annual promotional calendar.
  

• Participate to meet and maximize the Kitchens revenue budget and exercise the constant control of operational costs (food, labor and maintenance).
  

• To visit and assist in other similar Kitchens / Restaurants as required.
  

• Assist and direct kitchen staff in meal preparation, creation, plating and delivery.
  

• Supervise the kitchen staff in order to maintain the kitchen and surrounding areas in conditions that meet the company standards and MOPH regulations.
  

• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation in all areas of the kitchen.
  

• Awareness of the requirements issued by the MOPH when preparing and delivering foods.
  

• Ensure compliance with the restaurants security, health, and safety in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations in Qatar.
  

• Ensure to follow Qatar shelf-life standards.
  

• Maintain a courteous attitude when communicating with co-workers or subordinates.
  

• Prepare weekly work schedules for kitchen staff and find suitable replacement in case of the staff absence.
  

• Make sure that the kitchen staff is present and on time in the kitchen.
  

• Make sure the kitchen staff does not disclose or transmit any confidential or trade secret information, or proprietary information, about the company and its subsidiaries, or about the company owners, including their names, occupations and contact information to any third parties.
  

• Provide detailed explanations of the memos to ensure that all the kitchen staff understand our company policies, benefits program, and the rules governing the daily conduct of employees as well as the responsibilities, and ensure that these guidelines guide them throughout their employment with the company.
  

• Ensure that the kitchen staff appearance is appropriate to the workplace and the work they do.
  

• Ensure that all the kitchen staff are wearing the company-provided uniforms at all times in the kitchen.
  
• Skills:

· Excellent knowledge of all kitchen sections.

· Ability to produce excellent high-quality food.

· Good oral communication.

· Team management skills.

· High level of attention to detail.

· Good level of numeracy.

· Enthusiasm to develop own skills and knowledge able to share it to the staff.

· Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes.

· Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work.

· Positive and approachable manner.

· Team player qualities.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Doha: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• How much is your Full Package Salary expectation

Experience:

• Head Chef: 5 years (Required)

Location:

* Doha (Required)