Chef De Partie

Chef De Partie

Department: Kitchen

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Lebanon - Beirut

Description
Organise kitchen operations and prepare and serve a range of dishes, whilst supervising junior members of the Kitchen Brigade.

Key Responsibilities
The job of Chef de Partie is executed satisfactorily when:

• HACCP is implemented and practiced.
• Communication is done politely and displays courtesy to guests and internal customers.
• Effective employee working relationships are established and maintained.
• Familiarity with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures is demonstrated and equipment is operated safely and sensibly.
• Prepare in advance food, beverage, material and equipment needed for the service.
• Dishes are prepared, cooked, and served according to the restaurant’s menu. 
• Provide direction to the Kitchen helpers, including Commis, Cooks, Kitchen Attendants and Stewards.
• In absence of Manager, conduct shift briefings to ensure hotel activities and operational requirements are known. 
• Work with Superior and People Services Manager to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive. 
• Conduct on the job training in accordance with the departmental standards and procedures and maintain a record of progress for each staff member.
• Provide input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guideline. 

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Education:  Gastronomic education certificate or equivalent (apprenticeship/diploma/BA/Bsc)  
                     HACCP certification

Experience: To fill the position, the following is required:
                      Minimum 2 years kitchen experience
                      International experience is preferred
                      Banqueting experience is preferred

Language: Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:
                    Local language – excellent oral and written skills where necessary
                    English – good oral and written skills
                    Additional language – beneficial

Technical Competencies : 
                    Computer literacy adapted to the field of culinary:
                    Ability to operate computer and office equipment
                    Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred

Competencies:
                    Knowledgeable of food safety regulations.
                    Ability to work as part of a team, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and                        come up with proactive, rational solutions.
                   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
                   Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and                                     clients/vendors.
                   Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively.
                   Excellent organizational and time management skills.
                   Applying a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
                   Working in a safe, prudent and organized manner.

Individual Characteristic : To fill this position the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core         values, in addition they should be especially:

                Passionate for Food & Beverage
                People Oriented
                Passionate for European luxury
                Entrepreneurial
                Straightforward
                Sense of responsibility
                Team player
                Flexible and reliable
               Tolerant and open minded
               Works well under pressure

About Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort Beirut

Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort Beirut is the only 5-star luxury beach resort in Lebanon with its own private beach. Facilities include 153 of the newest and largest rooms and suites with gorgeous views, a labyrinth of pools with a sit in pool bar, water sports facilities, exquisite gardens, a cigar and single malt whiskey lounge, the largest outdoor glamorous venues in Beirut to host the city’s most prestigious events and the only hotel resort with day use beach bungalows with Jacuzzi and direct pool access & personal butler service in Beirut.