Hospitality

Sous Chef At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Contract
HospitalityFull TimeContract
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Job Description

  • Reporting to the Cluster Executive Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Consistently offers professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
  • Ensures consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and or buffet menu according to hotel recipes and standards
  • Conducts daily shift briefings to kitchen colleagues
  • Ensures all kitchen colleagues are aware of standards & expectations
  • Liaise daily with Outlet Managers to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
  • Maintain and enhance the food products through creative menu development and presentation
  • Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
  • Actively interact with guests at tables
  • Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
  • Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines
  • Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
  • Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
  • Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Diploma/certification in a culinary discipline an asset
  • Previous experience in the culinary field
  • Jouneyman's papers or international equivalent as an asset
  • Strong Interpersonal skills
  • Highly responsible and reliable
  • Ability to work cohesively with the team
  • Ability to focus on guests' needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

  • Frequent standing and walking throughout shift
  • Occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs
  • Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, sitting
  • Capable of working independently

Key skills

VocationalDiploma

At a glance

Company

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

September 26, 2026

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