Chef Assistant

3 days ago

Kuwait City Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts Full time
Roles and responsibilities

Job Description

Southeast Asian Chef

Ready for a sizzling career move? You will play a pivotal role in our kitchen working alongside a fantastic team. The Southeast Asian food you prepare, cook and serve makes our guests smile and wanting more.

What Is In It For You

Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide

Learning programs through our Academies

Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world

Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

What You Will Be Doing

Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions to improve the environment and menus

Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus according to property recipes and standards

Communicate effectively with the rest of the team and thrive for guest feedback

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

experiance in the Southeast Cousin

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment

Ability to work cohesively and collectively as part of a team

  • Developing and executing a menu featuring authentic and contemporary Southeast Asian dishes.
  • Preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and presentation standards.
  • Managing inventory and sourcing authentic ingredients, including seasonal and specialty items.
  • Training kitchen staff in Southeast Asian cooking techniques and flavor profiles.
  • Collaborating with management to create promotional events or themed nights featuring Southeast Asian cuisine.
  • Ensuring the kitchen maintains high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Monitoring food quality, consistency, and presentation to meet guest expectations.
  • Staying updated on culinary trends and continuously improving skills and techniques.

Desired candidate profile

A Southeast Asian Chef specializes in the diverse and vibrant cuisines of Southeast Asia, which include flavors and techniques from countries like Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Here are the key skills and responsibilities associated with this role:

Key Skills

  1. Culinary Expertise: Proficiency in preparing traditional dishes from various Southeast Asian countries, including knowledge of regional ingredients and cooking techniques.

  2. Flavor Profiling: Strong understanding of the balance of flavors, including sweet, sour, salty, and spicy, which are essential in Southeast Asian cuisine.

  3. Knife Skills: Excellent knife skills for preparing fresh herbs, vegetables, and proteins.

  4. Creativity: Ability to innovate and adapt traditional recipes to modern tastes or dietary restrictions.

  5. Presentation Skills: Skill in plating and presenting dishes attractively to enhance the dining experience.

  6. Knowledge of Ingredients: Familiarity with unique Southeast Asian ingredients, such as lemongrass, galangal, pandan, and various spices.

  7. Cultural Awareness: Understanding of the cultural significance of food in Southeast Asian societies, which influences cooking styles and presentation.

  8. Health and Safety Compliance: Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations to ensure safe food preparation.

  9. Leadership: Ability to manage a kitchen team, providing training and guidance on Southeast Asian cooking techniques.

  10. Communication Skills: Effective communication with kitchen staff and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service.

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