Restaurant Cook - Upperhill at Ital Global

About the Client:

Our client in the hospitality industry, is looking for a candidate to hire to join their team as a Restaurant Cook.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities.

• Ensure preparation of food products are done effectively and correctly as per the laid down procedures
• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all foods and produce received are well labelled, date stamped and stored correctly
• Ensure the standard recipes for all dishes are followed correctly and maintain uniformity of taste, Quality and portion control
• Ensure food preparation procedures are followed with critical check on costs and wastage
• Ensure all relevant documentations are maintained and report the same to immediate supervisor
• Ensure all stock levels are maintained and correctly documented
• Supports the smooth running of the kitchen department, where all aspects of the guest dining experience throughout the establishment are delivered to the highest level
• Works as part of a team that maximizes guest satisfaction and comfort, delivering a positive and timely response to enquiries and problem solution
• Takes responsibility for the duties and tasks assigned to the role, ensuring that all work is carried out in a timely and professional manner
• Delivers on departmental plans and objectives, where Restaurant initiatives & targets are achieved
• Collaborates with the Head Chef, ensuring that costs and inventory are controlled, that productivity and performance levels are attained
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships whilst promoting the company culture and values
• Ensures adherence and compliance to all legislation where due diligence requirements and best practice activities are planned, delivered and documented for internal and external audit, performing follow-up as required
• Ensure to attend to any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Key Qualifications

• Certificate / Diploma in Food and Beverage, Culinary Arts
• Previous work experience as cook is an added advantage
• Available on a regular basis
• Basic computer skills is an added advantage
• Knowledge in HACCP
• Have at least 1-2 years of experience in the same position

Competencies and Skills:

• Must be a team player with strong work ethics
• Excellent communication and multi-tasking skills
• Display high initiative, be self-motivated, and require minimal supervision
• Must be an open minded person and a fast learner
• Should be flexible to work various shifts, for long hours and on weekends and holidays as well
• Excellent interpersonal skills and focus on serving customers
• Excellent record in kitchen operations and procedures
• Strong customer service skills
• Exceptional cooking skills