Job Details

The main responsibilities and tasks of this position are listed as, but not limited to the following:

• Plan in conjunction with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef activities, promotions, menu implementations according to the annual marketing plans
• Assist the Executive Chef in compiling the annual marketing plans and budgets
• Assist the Executive Chef in constantly finding ways to further improve the Food cost through strategic purchasing, without negatively affecting pre- determined quality standards
• Conduct daily hotel tours to observe operational standards and difficulties and follow them up with the Executive Chef
• Provide assistance and advice to increase efficiency in running the kitchens while motivating and fostering positivity within the team
• Ensure that all designated action points from daily briefings or operational meetings are being followed by the individuals concerned
• Ensure that positive working relations with non-Food and Beverage departments are fostered
• Be constantly aware of customers’ expectations and ever changing needs.
• Constantly strive to reduce energy consumption through awareness campaigns within all kitchens
• Co-operate with and drive forward the implementations of Paradox Singapore Merchant Court Service Training in all Food and Beverage kitchens through close follow up with outlet Managers
• Complete team members’ appraisals in a timely manner
• Complete detailed checks of the entire Food and Beverage operation during all service periods taking necessary actions to correct any deviation from quality standards
• Conduct weekly inspections of kitchens and restaurants with minuted follow-ups
• Plan, co-ordinate and supervise all menu implementations in a timely manner as well as proper documentation of the former
• Assist in the preparation and control of daily and weekly market lists
• Constantly strive to improve kitchen operating procedures
• Be responsible and accountable for the overall food cost as well as kitchen supplies, kitchen energy costs and kitchen utensils in the assigned section
• Be fully responsible for the labour budget of the kitchen department
• Prepare weekly work schedule for his team members
• Propose and initiate when approved, new services and products for our guests
• Create and develop new dishes and recipes by keeping up with the latest market trends
• Ensure disciplinary and grievance procedures are properly adhered to and followed.
• To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Management