Chef de Cuisine

Job description

Company Description

​​​​​Since 1907, Fairmont has served as the San Francisco residence for U.S. presidents, world leaders and entertainment stars. The landmark hotel offers 606 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, three distinctive restaurants, a health club and easy access to the city’s most popular attractions. Fairmont San Francisco is located atop Nob Hill at 950 Mason Street.

Fairmont is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Feel free to visit our website at http://www.fairmont.com/ to find out more about our company.
EOE/M/F/D/V

Job Description

As a Chef de Cuisine, you will show your leadership and interpersonal strengths to maximize the Food and Beverage Operations and ensure an exceptional guest journey.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:    

·  Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues 
·  Oversee Culinary Operations for Outlet kitchens including, Laurel Court, Tonga Room, and In Room Dining 
·  Conduct daily shift briefings to Kitchen and Stewarding Colleagues 
·  Manage inventories, pricing, cost controls, requisitioning and the issuing of supplies and equipment for food production 
·  Cost menus accurately following the Fairmont SOP
·  Act as a creative force in menu development
·  Ensure all kitchen and stewarding Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations 
·  Liaise daily with the Outlet Managers to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback 
·  Maintain the quality and enhance the presentation of food products through creative menu development
·  Maintain cleanliness and proper rotation of product in chillers, dry storage, and service lines 
·  Balance operational, administrative and colleague needs      
·  Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance with productivity guidelines 
·  Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards 
·  Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage per state regulations as well as third party auditors
·  Other duties as assigned
·  Salary Range: $98,000 to $131,000 USD Gross Annually

Your experience and skills include:

·  Previous leadership experience in the culinary field required 
·  Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset 
·  Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required 
·  Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities 
·  Highly responsible & reliable 
·  Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment 
·  Ability to work cohesively as part of a team 
·  Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to): 

·  Constant standing and walking throughout shift 
·  Frequent lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs 
·  Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting 
·  Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps 

Your team and working environment:

Since 1907, Fairmont has served as the San Francisco residence for U.S. presidents, world leaders and entertainment stars.  The landmark hotel offers 606 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, three distinctive restaurants, a health club and easy access to the city’s most popular attractions. Fairmont San Francisco is located atop Nob Hill at 950 Mason Street. 

Fairmont is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Feel free to visit our website at http://www.fairmont.com/ to find out more about our company.
EOE/M/F/D/V

Visa Requirements:
Must have proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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

Why work for Accor?
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Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.