Sous Chef

Job description

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Bajja Investments Ltd.. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.  The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

At Malta Marriott Resort & Spa, we seek people who are positive, creative, dedicated and passionate about everything they do and who are proud to be associated with one of the most recognizable hospitality brands in the world. This is where you come in.

Main Responsibilities:

• Being responsible for the kitchen operation during shift worked, in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Ensuring that revised or new Marriott standards are upheld in the product;
• Communicating and supporting the Food & Beverage development strategy of all products;
• Support effectively and positively the operational changes, policies and procedures with direct reporting to the Head Chef;
• Effectively support the process of maintaining the products, progress with ideas and input;
• Trains staff in accordance with planned training programs and corrects production errors/methods as found necessary.
• Initiates and participates in creative selling, merchandising, decoration and presentation ideas.
• Orders fresh and dry goods.
• Liaises with the Restaurant Managers regarding food preparation, presentation, special menus and seasonal specialties.
• Ensures that all cooked goods are visually attractive and eye appealing by checking and testing on regular basis and prepared in an appetizing manner.
• Ensures that portion control policy/standard planting instructions are adhered to.
• Participates in preparing and maintaining recipe file.
• Participates in menu planning as appropriate.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.
• Participates personally in cooking and supervising the preparation/pick-up of dishes.
• Makes sure quality has the same importance in all sales outlets.
• Shows expertise and imagination in adapting services to product availability/quality and seasonal products.
• Personally monitors client satisfaction, and takes into account all comments.
• Keep informed on changed in the competition and market, and takes this into account when developing both a la carte and set menus.
• Helps the Executive Head Chef to control department, costs and charges.

Requirements:

· Possesses a certificate or Diploma in Food Preparation from a Catering Institute
· Minimum of 3 years working experience as chef in an a la carte setting
· Knowledge of all Food & Beverage standards, HACCP, quality presentation, service and products and local health and sanitation standards;
· Has proven track record of leading a team
· Ability to direct and plan food preparation
· Ability to provide consistent food quality
· Demonstrates proper and safe usage of all kitchen equipment;
· Knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation;
· Ability to support the control of food cost;
· Ability to clearly define productivity standards with quality requirements and methods required to obtain them;
· Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently;
· Be a team player;
· Flexible with working hours, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits:
Health insurance coverage
Free Meal whilst on shift
Associates' rates on Marriott Bonvoy

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.