Clubhouse Grill Chef De Partie

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Clubhouse Grill Chef De Partie.

Responsibilities

• The ability to meet budgeted food and labor costs 
• The ability to meet the required Ecosure, Forbes and LQA standards 
• The ability to drive colleague engagement  
• The ability to ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared. 
• The ability to plan and develop menus for the hotel considering factors such as product availability, service cost, marketing conditions, number to be served, etc. Establishes and maintains appropriate food portions with respect to the hotel's pricing policy. 
• The ability to assign prices for food items on daily menus that result in net profit for the food cost area and participates in making decisions regarding printing, layouts, posting and distribution of menus. 
• The ability to prepare and post employee work schedules to reflect operating forecasts and to keep within budgeted figures. 
• The ability to prepare a daily payroll report. 
• The ability to supervise all methods of food preparation and cooking methods, size of portions, garnishing and presentation of food. 
• The ability to coordinate and supervise the ordering of all food supplies and kitchen equipment; approves all products to meet quality standards; keeps cost accounts; and takes responsibility of food preparation areas. 
• The ability to hire, train, discipline, supervise and organize all kitchen personnel on a regular basis. 
• The ability to complete and provide performance evaluations for all kitchen employees making recommendations for salary increases as warranted. 
• The ability to hold regular meetings with the kitchen staff as well as attend and participate in all required meetings. 
• The ability to treat employees at every level of responsibilities fairly and consistently to achieve high morale and minimum turnover. 
• The ability to maintain a consistently high level of employee morale and motivation. 
• The ability to coordinate with the Executive Chef, Food and Beverage Director, the Executive Assistant Manager and the Director of Catering any special functions regarding food preparation and presentation, including additional costs and staffing requirements. 
• The ability to supervise the maintenance and cleanliness of all food preparation equipment. 
• The ability to develop and ensure a safe working environment for people to work. 
• The ability to set up control systems, which will assure quality and portion consistency. 
• The ability to create proper purchasing specifications. 
• The ability to monitor and review operating criteria and develop an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality. 
• The ability to monitor and review food presentations and make recommendations for needed changes. 
• The ability to communicate with the Executive Chef on a regular basis the activities and result of the kitchen. 
• The ability to supervise in coordination with the Executive Steward all assigned duties of the stewarding department 
• The ability to monitor the employee cafeteria to ensure a quality product and a variety of menu items. 
• The ability to communicate with the purchasing department to ensure a top quality and fair price. 
• The ability to respond properly in any hotel emergency or safety situation. 
• The ability to perform other tasks or projects as assigned by hotel management and staff. 

Qualifications

• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected
• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language 
• Very advanced courses or experience in the administration side of the kitchen. 
• Twelve to fifteen years’ experience in kitchen covering all aspects of cooking. 
• Must possess a high level of creativity and high quality standards. 
• Very strong leader, communicator and trainer.
• Food handler's certification. 

Physical Demands 

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50lbs
• Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Exposure to extreme temperatures 
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
• Performing repetitive hand and wrist movements for chopping, slicing, and stirring.

Wage Information

The hourly rate for this position is $32.46.

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. 

What is in it for you: 

• Complimentary Meals: Enjoy hot meals during your shift in our staff cafeteria
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Hotel Discounts: Employee travel program with discounts on room rates at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Food, Spa, and Resort Discounts: Employee program with discounts on restaurants, bars and spa services at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Career Growth Around the World: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Grand Del Mar and over 5,700 properties with Accor.
• Training & Development: Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Social Responsibility: Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Recognition & Rewards: Employees are recognized for outstanding performance through appreciation programs, awards, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks.
• Meaningful Work: Create memorable experiences for guests while making a positive impact through exceptional hospitality and service.

Health and Retirement Benefits

All full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Eligible single Full-Time employees can enroll in a $0 premium health plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Holidays

All Full-time and Part-time employees are eligible for:

• Vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Visa Requirements: Applicants must be legally eligible to work the United States.