Sous Chef (Pastry) Five Hotels and Resorts

The Candidate

A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent
Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and
Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a
Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and
You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A Can-Do! Attitude
Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly
Motivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to
Seamlessly Connect with other FIVERs and key Stakeholders, ensuring that
Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Culinary
Team as Pastry Sous Chef will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across
our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your
Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!

What We re Looking For

• A Culinary Degree or equivalent qualification is preferred.
  
• A proven
  track record as a Pastry Sous Chef in a Luxury Hotel environment, delivering Sensational Experiences synonymous with FIVE's
  Award-Winning Service Quality.
  
• Outstanding Pre-Opening experience in setting up dynamic, seamless and
  fast-paced Kitchen Operations is advantageous.
  
• Next-Level Organisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and
  inspiring the FIVE Tribe to New Heights.
  
• Impeccable Communication Skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in
  English (Additional languages such as Arabic, German, Italian, French, Spanish,
  Russian or Mandarin are a Plus).
  
• Previous experience in Forbes or Leading Quality Assurance (LQA)-Rated
  properties will be Advantageous, demonstrating a Strong Commitment to Luxury
  Service Standards.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control
  Points) principles and practices, and a thorough understanding of Health and
  Safety Regulations, Food Hygiene Standards, and Best Practices in Restaurant
  Operations.
  
• Exceptional Time Management and Multi-Tasking skills to oversee a busy
  kitchen and deliver a FIVE-Star Experience for our guests.
  
• Robust Organisational Skills to efficiently and accurately Manage
  Inventory, Control Costs and Execute Food Orders in a timely manner.
  
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays,
  based on the requirements of the Hotel.
  

Key
Responsibilities

• Collaborates closely with the Chef De Cuisine to Curate Innovative and
  Diverse Menus, infusing them with Seasonal and Locally Sourced, Hand-Crafted
  Ingredients to Deliver a FIVE-Star Dining Experience.
  
• Oversees daily Kitchen Operations, from meticulous Food Preparation
  to the Artful Plating of each dish, ensuring that every creation embodies FIVE s
  renowned Taste and Presentation.
  
• Takes charge of Leading, Training, and Mentoring the kitchen team, instilling
  a culture of Continuous Learning and Professional Growth. Provides Expert
  Guidance on Culinary Techniques, Time Management, and Kitchen Safety
  Practices.
  
• Injects creative flair into Menu Development, introducing new Dishes,
  Techniques, and Presentations that captivate and delight our guests,
  consistently staying at the forefront of Industry Trends and Culinary
  Innovations.
  
• Prioritises Guest Satisfaction, promptly addressing Special
  Requests, Dietary Needs, and any concerns related to Food Quality.
  
• Works in tandem with Front-of-House Staff to ensure a Seamless, Stunning
  Dining Experience for each guest.
  
• Collaborates closely with the Chef De Cuisine and Procurement Team
  to manage Inventory Levels, exercise Cost Control, and Minimise Waste,
  maintaining a premium selection of Ingredients, Supplies, and Equipment for
  the kitchen.
  
• Enforces rigorous compliance with Food Safety and Hygiene
  Regulations, upholding a Spotlessly Clean and Meticulously Organised
  kitchen environment, conducting Routine Inspections and implementing
  necessary Corrective Measures.
  
• Provides valuable support to the Chef De Cuisine in Administrative
  Tasks, including Scheduling Performance Evaluations and Reporting. Steps
  into their role when required to ensure Uninterrupted Delivery of
  exceptional Dining Experiences.
  
• Proactively identifies areas for enhancement within Kitchen
  Operations, Processes, and Staff Performance. Implements Visionary
  Strategies to elevate Efficiency, Quality, and Guest Satisfaction to a
  level that is truly Boundary-Breaking.
  
• Cultivates transparent and effective communication within the Culinary Team and with Other Departments.
  
• Coordinate s with servers and relevant FIVE Tribe Members to consistently
  maintain Next-Level Quality and Presentation for every dish.

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