Head Chef - Legoland Hotel

Job Description

Requirements:Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English language.Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process. Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.Most tasks are performed in a team environment with the employee acting as a team leader. There is minimal direct supervision.Must possess basic computational ability. Must possess basic computer skills.Knowledge of computer accounting programs, math skills as well as budgetary analysis capabilities required.Extensive knowledge of menu development, insight into marketing, cost and wage control.Thorough knowledge of food products, standard recipes and proper preparation.Ability to analyze, forecast data, and make judgments to ensure proper payroll and production control.Ability to supervise large staff and accomplish goals on a timely basis.Ability to conduct meetings, menu briefings and maintain communication lines between line staff and Director, Food & Beverage.Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy and collect accurate information to resolve conflicts.Ability to create recipes and support material, i.e., recipe cards, descriptions, and pictures, and to read and visualize same.Artistic ability to create theme menus and apply knowledge of nutrition requirement, dietary needs and allergies.Be proactive in creating ideas for ice carvings, decorations, live cooking etc, all in family friendly manner and for the fun and engagement of the guests.Thorough knowledge of UAE, related Municipality / Health & Hygiene rules occupational safety and health.Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature generally is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers and kitchens, possibly for one hour or more.Must be able to sit at a desk for up to 5 hours per day. Walking and standing are required the rest of the working day. Length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task.Ability to physically handle knives, pots, mirrors, or other display items as well as grasp, lift and carry same from shelves and otherwise transport up to 50 pounds to every area of the kitchen.Ability to perform cutting skills on work surfaces, topped with cutting boards, 3 to 4 feet in height (banquet kitchen, prep kitchen, bake shop, etc.). Proper usage and handling of various kitchen machinery to include slicers, buffalo chopper, grinders, mixers, and other kitchen related equipment.Ability to physically self-demonstrate culinary techniques, i.e., cutting, cooking principles, plate presentation, safety and sanitation practices.Ability to create, build, handle, and dismantle displays up to 8 feet high, including ice carvings.The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space and to reach other departments of the hotel on a timely basis.Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs. occasionallyHealth & Safety:You are responsible for all aspects of Health, Safety & Security within your team, in line with the Group Policy (HS001). In particular, you must ensure that risk assessments have been carried out, that safe working procedures are in place for all work activities and that all employees you are responsible for are aware of the Group Health, Safety and Security Policy and their obligations under it. You must ensure that safe working practices are monitored and that risk assessments and procedures are reviewed regularly. Where incidents do occur, you must ensure that they are investigated appropriately and that where necessary, corrective action is taken to ensure that such incidents are not repeated.Are You a StarIn order to be qualified for this role you should possess the below criteria:5 7 years of successful culinary experience in a similar position within a comparable hotel/restaurant offering.Experience managing a team of direct reports with a proven track record of motivating a team to provide an outstanding dining experience.The Best Part of The StoryWe offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; housing allowance, comprehensive medical coverage, life and accident insurance and other generous allowances.We also care about your career development supported by Learning opportunities for those seeking a long-term future in the Company.

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About Company

Dubai Parks and Resorts offers new heights in experiential entertainment through an inspired concept that brings the best of the east and the west in the entertainment industry. Conceived and developed by Meraas Holding, Dubai Parks and Resorts articulates the Dubai leaderships vision of positioning the emirate as a compelling global tourist destination.

The first phase of Dubai Parks and Resorts will comprise three theme parks: motiongate Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai, and LEGOLAND Dubai. The development will also feature Riverland - a grand entrance plaza and Lapita, a family themed hotel. The first phase is scheduled for completion in 2016. Ground work commenced on site in February 2014