A Kenyan Job Market

A Kenyan Jobs Market

Thursday, 7 August 2014

Executive Chef vacancy

Executive Chef vacancy
Overview:
Oversee the Culinary operations at Fairmont Mara Safari Club, to ensure that the department is always striving to exceed our guests, owners and shareholders expectations. Ensure that the product is of highest possible quality with regards to preparations, presentations and menu selection. To effectively lead our culinary department, recruiting and developing a team of professionals who will continually strive to be the best.
Hotel Overview: The Fairmont Mara Safari Club has opened following an extensive renovation program. Surrounded on three sides by the Mara River, and on the edge of the world’s Seventh “New” Wonder of the World – the Masai Mara - Fairmont Mara Safari Club is the epitome of tented luxury. The main lodge at the center of camp hosts an indoor restaurant, bar and library with Internet access to keep the relatives up to date with safari adventures. A spacious outside deck overhangs the river and leads to a heated pool, complete with bar and private massage tents.
Summary of Responsibilities:
  • Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
  • Meet daily with Culinary Management to communicate daily operational challenges & successes
  • Promote a fun, professional and disciplined work environment
  • Lead by example using Fairmont’s Mission, Vision & Values
  • Support/Coach/Develop & Motivate kitchen colleagues & managers
  • Chairs weekly Sous Chef meeting
  • Communicate and ensure all kitchen colleagues & managers are aware of standards & expectations
  • Strive to achieve monthly labor and food cost budget, minimize wastage/spoilage in all kitchen areas
  • Conduct daily walk through of hotel kitchens and accompanying areas to ensure proper cleanliness and hygiene of all work stations
  • Conduct meeting with food suppliers, review products, prices, quality, delivery, etc on regular basis
Qualifications:
  • Previous experience is an asset Minimum 2 years experience as an Executive Chef in a 5 star luxury hotel environment
  • Strong understanding of HACCP
  • Accreditation from a recognized Culinary School
  • Possess a strong working knowledge of International Cuisine
  • Proven track record of cost control including food, equipments, labour and wastage to meet the food quality goals and the hotel’s financial goals.
  • Enthusiastic with an outgoing personality who is very guest driven
  • Demonstrate real passion for menu planning, developing employees and experimenting with new trends
  • Experiences in organic farming and products an asset
  • Must have at least one year of service in current role
Visa Requirements:Must be eligible to work in Kenya


APPLY TODAY: Whether you're launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit www.fairmontcareers.com to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and the extraordinary opportunities that exist!


ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS
At Fairmont Hotels & Resort we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That's why you'll find exceptional work opportunities - throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific - as well as industry - leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award - winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!


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