Commis Chef needed at Marriott International

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