Commis Chef

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Function

Are you ready to grow your dream career!! Join our amazing team and help deliver unforgettable cuisines and create memorable experiences. We are recruiting for a fun, energetic, innovative and enthusiastic Commi Chef with a positive attitude. Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, the successful candidate is responsible to uphold and maintain the exceptional service standards and quality within a pressurized environment whilst you embrace the ethos of The Westin Cape Town Culture in accordance with Marriott International Policies and Procedures.

 

Required Experience & Qualifications

·  Be in possession of a recognized Culinary Diploma or at least 2 years’ experience within a similar operation and level of responsibilities 
·  At least 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position 
·  Experience in executing high quality cooking techniques 
·  Professional and positive disposition
·  Good understanding of food trends locally & internationally
·  Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and HACCP
·  Quality and customer service driven 
·  Ability to work within a pressurized environment
·  Good food knowledge and confident cooking skills
·   Proactive, self-motivated Individual with good professional work ethic 
·  Strong interpersonal and communication skills
·   Ability to engage and interact with guest
·   Ability to deal with conflict situations
·  Required to work rostered shifts and irregular hours as per operational requirements
·  Flexible working hours as well as available to work weekends , Public holidays, opening and closing shifts when rostered as per operational requirements

 

Key Responsibilities:

·  Ensure compliance with all required health and safety, and food hygiene practices and protocols
·  Ensure execution and quality standards are met and maintained 
·  Motivating and working closely with other Chefs of all levels
·  Maintain and uplift the quality, presentation and food on offer 
·  Complete all daily duties as set out in departmental duties and requirements
·  Perform other duties as and when required

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

 

At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​team, and  become  the best version of you.