International Cuisine Chef

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

In the heart of Worli - the business hub of India's largest city and close to the entertainment and commercial district of Lower Parel, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai is a chic urban oasis with an intimate, boutique atmosphere. The brand's first hotel in India, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai echoes 'Powerhouse Luxury' in the city that never sleeps. Known for unparalleled food & beverage options such as those at AER Mumbai, an award-winning rooftop bar, as well as San:Qi, a city-favourite pan-Asian restaurant with wine bar, private dining rooms, four open-style kitchens overseen by master craftsmen and an extensive menu offering Indian, Chinese, Thai and Japanese delicacies.

Basic Function:

• To control and supervise the day to day running of the kitchen and deputise in the absence of the Executive Sous Chef

Role and Responsibilities:

• To supervise the kitchen brigade to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• To control the quality and presentation for assigned outlet or kitchen operation.
• To communicate effectively with staff and ensure they are fully always briefed.
• To supervise and carry out refresher training on an on-going basis.
• To supervise and maintain standards of cleanliness in the kitchen.
• To ensure that regular knife drill and equipment training is carried out in accordance with the Health and Safety standards.
• To ensure all members of the kitchen brigade follow the proper Health and Hygiene practices as laid down in the Health and Safety regulations of the Hotel.
• To ensure daily communication with the Restaurant, Banqueting, Room Service and Purchasing Managers.
• To ensure Kitchen morale is high and teamwork is always evident.
• To control food cost through careful purchasing, portion control and supervision of wastage.
• To carry out the costing of recipes as and when required.
• To make out the dairy and market list.
• To draw up staff rotas as and when required.
• To control the ordering of all the dry stores goods.
• To control the maintenance of all kitchen equipment, liaising closely with the Director of Engineering and Duty Engineer.
• To participate in the recruitment and selection of staff.
• To liaise with the Executive Chef on new menus, innovative ideas etc and train his team on product innovations.
• To take proper care of your uniform, personal appearance, and hygiene, setting a good example to the rest of the team.
• To ensure that both you and your staff are fully familiar with the hotel Fire and Emergency procedures.
• To assist with any other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or Director of Food and Beverage.
• Must be aware and remain in touch with the latest market trends and happenings of the culinary world.
• Should be aware of molecular gastronomy and is well versed in modern food plating concepts.
• Preferably should have basic knowledge and skill of multi cuisines, with focus on health and wellness.
• To engage in meaningful guest interaction and focus on guest connect in view of Four Seasons DNA.
• To be able to work in all shifts as directed by the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef.

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