Commis Chef (Banquet, Japanese, Western)

Job description

Company Description

Swissôtel Nankai Osaka is a deluxe hotel ideally located in the heart of Namba, Osaka’s most exciting entertainment, shopping and dining district. The hotel sits above Nankai Railway’s Namba Station offering direct train access to Kansai International Airport, and all major tourist attractions such as Kyoto, Nara and Kobe are within easy reach. The 36-storey tower has 546 well-appointed guestrooms, including 42 Executive floor rooms and 28 suites with upgraded amenities including Swiss Executive Club Lounge access, ensure an unrivaled experience with the ultimate amenities and in-room technology. Pürovel Spa & Sports offers a selection of spa treatments, fully equipped gym, jacuzzi, sauna and indoor swimming pool.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Job Description

·  Preparation of food, cooking, quality control, cutting& HACCP.
·  Maintain daily mis-en-place (MEP) and prepare ingredients.
·  Inspect clean food preparation areas, ensure safe personal hygiene & sanitary food-handling practices, HACCP, labeling & FIFO/FEFO practices, hygienic handling & storage of equipment & utensils.
·  Ensure the highest standards and consistent quality in the daily preparation.
·  Be familiar with new products, recipes & preparation techniques.
·  Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily highlights, and promotions.
·  Be familiar with the use of all electrical and mechanical equipment in the kitchen and observe safety precautions when handling them.
·  Promptly report any hazards, unsafe working conditions, or equipment which requires repair or maintenance to the immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

·  Foreigner applicants will be entertained if they currently reside in Japan with valid work visa
·  Please indicate in application f you wish to apply for either Banquet, Western, or Japanese)
·  Previous experience in a hotel required
·  Flexible to work day shift or night shift as required
·  English and Japanese verbal skills are desirable
·  Ability to multitask
·  Cleanliness of work area
·  Good presentation, easy learner, outgoing personality. People person and passionate.
·  Certificate in culinary, preferred
·  Minimum of 6 to 12 months in a basic culinary position, preferably in a similar operations style
·  Knowledge of basic culinary techniques & personal grooming
·  Hungry to learn and apply in operation

Additional Information

·  Part of the International Accor global and hotel team.
·  Employee meals while on shift, yearly anniversary stay.
·  Career progression within the hotel and the Accor network.
·  Work within a progressive team.