Chef dePartie

About the role

The Chef DePartie is responsible for preparing the menu items contracted for all Biltmore Hotel Banquet Events, as well as, restaurant a la carte items. They must maintain Biltmore Hotel Standards, which include high quality food, excellent presentation and quick food production for an overall dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Experience in all kitchen stations (fry, grill, sauté, broiler, pantry and have the ability to assist on all other stations in the kitchen when needed)
• Execute all menu and recipe items, for all meal periods, in the assigned kitchen.
• Fully understand work safety and emergency procedures.
• Expedite a la carte orders or work flow assignments effectively in the absence of the Chef or Sous Chef.
• Have the ability to prepare all menu items. Follow Recipes and yield guides according to Biltmore Hotel Standards and aid in the reduction of waste and product utilization.
• Produce all food items used in your assigned kitchen including, but not limited to: Producing Mother Sauces, all stocks and have the ability to utilize them to make any other needed sauce.
• Competent in fabricating all meat, fish and poultry.
• Understand the differences and uses of all herbs and types of seasonings.
• Basic Garde Manger Skills such as fruit displays, canapé production, display cold food, amenities, pates, dressings and cold sauces.
• Ability to produce basic specialty dishes such as Paella, Stews, gumbo, etc.
• Knowledge and the ability to produce various types of foods such as French, Italian, Mediterranean, Asian, Caribbean, etc.
• Understand and has the ability to train on all basic cooking methods: Braising, Poaching, Roasting, Steaming, Sauté, Grilling, and Blanching.
• Excellent knife skills, ability to cut all vegetables and fruits in all utilized cuts and have the ability to train and monitor others with minimal supervision.
• Have the creative ability to produce specials and possess the skills to accomplish any task given by the Chef or Sous Chef.
• Possess strong math and English skills for calculating, communicating, writing requisitions/completing food inventories and for retrieving information as needed.
• Have the ability to assist with holding staff accountable for productivity in the absence of the Chef.
• Inform Banquet Chef or Chef de Cuisine of any foreseeable shortages before items run out.
• Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and Biltmore Hotel Standards.
• Minimize waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food cost.
• Have the ability to train new cooks, as well as mentor existing staff, on all stations.
• Assist Chef or Sous Chef to ensure that all required prep for the next day is completed of the needed quantity and expected quality, which assist in meeting both food and payroll costs.
• Maintain expected timelines of orders from the kitchen to the dining room.
• Ensure all given tasks are completed daily before leaving for the day and communicate departure with the Banquet Chef and Banquet Sous Chef / Garde Manger Chef / Restaurant Chef on Duty.
• Assure all daily cleaning and organizational standards are met consistently throughout the day in both storage and production areas.
• Ensure all ambassadors maintain all expected food handling procedures reinforced daily.
• Consistently maintain camaraderie and professional etiquette with peers at all times.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Cook in a hotel or restaurant with similar styles and standards.
• Some fine dining production and service experience preferred.

Skills

• Speak, read, write and understand the English language.
• Compute accurate mathematical calculations.
• Provide legible communication and directions.
• Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
• Prioritize and organize.
• Think clearly, remaining calm and resolving problems using sound judgment.
• Follow directions thoroughly.
• Understand guest’s service needs.
• Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent resort data.
• Use a computer keyboard and possess basic typing skills.
• Possess moderate to advanced computer skills.
• Work in a dynamic and constantly changing environment.
• Adept to multitasking.

Physical Demands

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
• Use, carry, and operate all necessary office equipment using finger dexterity.
• Communicate with employees, managers, subordinates and guests through verbal communication, hearing ability, and visual acuity.
• Visually look at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Adapt to moderate temperatures in the hotel as thermostat is controlled by hotel environmental systems.

Success Criteria

• Team Player: Demonstrates co-operation within the team and with other departments
• Guest Focused: Anticipates guests’ needs and is sensitive to people from all cultures
• Delivers their Best: Has energy and sense of urgency for his/her work
• Composed: Able to stay calm under pressure
• Trustworthy and responsible: Excellent records of attendance and punctuality
• Time Management: Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently
• Listening: Practices attentive and active listening