MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate and organize kitchen/scullery operations, request raw materials and other necessary products for food preparation and kitchen functioning;
Define roles, distribute tasks, responsibilities, and establish operational standards for the team;
Create menus according to service orders and the number of guests to be served;
Oversee food disinfection and preparation for meal production;
Provide instructions to kitchen/scullery staff on dish preparation, types of garnishes, portion sizes, and workspace organization;
Supervise the preparation of all dishes, ensuring they meet established quality standards;
Manage procurement, storage, and preservation of raw materials, verify quality and quantity, control stock, and maintain required records;
Supervise the cleaning of all kitchen areas and utensils in accordance with hygiene and workplace safety standards;
Monitor the condition and conservation of raw materials/products during storage and record any losses;
Manage kitchen/scullery human resources, including shift organization, attendance and punctuality control, and schedule planning;
Request maintenance services when necessary to ensure the integrity of work areas;
Organize inventories to identify the need for replacement of equipment and utensils used in service;
Handle and resolve unusual situations, particularly customer complaints;
Perform the duties of Sous Chef and/or Cook when necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the kitchen.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Specific training in culinary arts/pastry;
Experience in 4- or 5-star hotel units;
Knowledge of specific technical vocabulary;
Basic understanding of food microbiology;
Solid knowledge of HACCP standards and procedures;
Responsibility and autonomy;
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work under demanding conditions;
Leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team;
Negotiation, analytical, and strategic planning abilities;
Emotional stability, physical endurance, stress management, time management, efficiency, and strong results orientation;
Excellent planning, organization, flexibility, dynamism, and proactivity.