Cook, Continental Confectionery (Nigerian) at AZBIR Hotels

Job Summary

• Being organized and able to work in fast-paced, high-pressure situations is important. in the kitchen, oversees line or station cooks within a production area

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership by developing and assuming basic management responsibilities
• Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments
• Supervise the preparation and cooking of various food items
• Develop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyatt brand standards
• Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions
• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring
• May manage other key culinary leadership roles including supervisor and other less senior sous chefs
• Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment

Qualifications and Experience

• Culinary Education is desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years of employment in a related position, Hotel experience preferred
• Functional skills and competency requirement
• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
• Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
• Experience with training, basic financial management and customer service
• Proficient in general computer knowledge
• A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
• Strong training and communication skills
• Culinary education and or on the job training, hotel experience preferred.