The Preparation chef must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and is responsible for all Preparation kitchen functions, controlling costs, ensuring Food & Beverage quality and service.
General
* Manage Em Sherif daily Preparation kitchen operations to ensure that it operates per pre-set budget and procedures
* Stay updated on all Em Sherif policies, memos, procedures, specials and promotions, etc.
* Report to the Head chef/ Restaurant manager any required BOH maintenance issue
* Attend and participate in daily briefings and other meetings as scheduled
* Ensure efficient communication between the Finishing and Preparation kitchens
* Resolve internal team issues
* Be responsible for identifying and following up on all Preparation kitchen maintenance issues
* Regularly hold instructions to ensure that all equipment is in excellent condition
* Respect safety and hygiene of Em Sherif premises
* Respect grooming standards
* Maintain a favorable relationship with all Em Sherif employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate conducive to maximizing employee morale, productivity
Daily operations
* Prepare daily action plans and effectively delegate tasks and duties amongst Preparation kitchen team members
* Make sure Em Sherif’s standard recipes are being applied at all times (preparation, cooking, storage, etc.)
* Fill and issue a daily preparation sheet based on the Finishing kitchen’s requisition order
* Make sure Line cooks and Kitchen runners follow the daily preparation sheet
* Perform skilled cooking and food preparation as per Em Sherif’s standards
* Plan the quantity of food to be prepared for the coming shift
* Conduct inventory control
* Perform daily control of wastage, make sure wastage does not exceed the limit set by Em Sherif; record/report all wastage
* Resolve queries and issues related to dishes, menus and supplies
* Instruct the stewarding team on overall cleaning and hygiene aspects and general materials handling in the kitchen
* Make sure fresh and dry products are being used and stored as per the FIFO procedure
* Continuously check that products in Em Sherif’s food items are stored in proper labeled containers at the appropriate temperatures
* Control and record all Preparation and Finishing kitchen food waste, manage inventory reports and requisition orders; make suggestions for changes where applicable
* Implement and ensure HACCP and other safety and quality control measures throughout the production process
* Help in any area of the Preparation kitchen/BOH when circumstances dictate
* Stay updated on all Em Sherif daily formulas; communicate changes to the team daily
Procurement
* Conduct regular stock checks to ensure that Preparation kitchen inventory levels are aligned with the set Em Sherif par levels and operational requirements
* Prepare requisition orders of the Preparation kitchen
* Submit orders to the Head chef
* Supervise the receiving procedures; evaluate the quality and quantity of the received goods, waste percentage and the net yielded value
* Send ordered items to the Finishing kitchen
* Ensure Finishing kitchen orders are prepared as per respective requisition order forms
Personal skills and abilities
* High commitment to ethics and confidentiality
* Team player and proven record of management
* Leadership skills
* Excellent organization skills
* Innovative and creative
* Highly motivated and self-starter
* Excellent multi-tasking skills
* Attentive to details
* Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
* Strong problem-solving skills
* Able to cope under pressure
* Knowledgeable about Microsoft office and POS system, etc.
* Knowledgeable about fire, health and safety procedures
* Able to work standing for several hours
* Neat, clean and well-groomed appearance
Work experience requirements
* Minimum of 5 years of cooking experience or 3 years as an Assistant chef in a Lebanese/Oriental restaurant
Education requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Management or accumulated years of experience and proven capability in management
* Strong command of English. Arabic is a plus (both oral and written)