Monday, May 6, 2024

Executive Chef (Westmoreland, Jamaica) - Bluefields Bay Villas

Executive Chef Job Description

Mission Statement:

Bluefields Bay Villas provides high quality, upscale villa experiences for all our visitors regardless of race, age, religion, or sexual preference. We aim to give all guests a strong taste of Jamaica with classically attentive and individualized service, an authentic Jamaican appearance both inside the houses and all over the properties, and a strong mix of Jamaican cuisine. Our guests expect world-class service and food in a clean and well put together environment. We aim to deliver an unbelievable experience and win repeat customers.

Chain of command: Chef Team & Storeroom Assistants > Exec Chef > Directors

Summary:

The Executive Chef is responsible for the overall food and beverage operations at Bluefields Bay Villas. This includes oversight of 7 Villa kitchens, managing a centralized storeroom, management of the purchasing process and maintaining supplier relationships. The Executive Chef will also be responsible for leading 15 Chefs who make lunch, hors d’ouvers and a 3-course dinner each day for anywhere from 2 to 15 guests. The Executive Chef must have a strong culinary background and experience in managing large kitchens. They must also be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Manage seven (7) Villa kitchens, including ensuring that they are clean, organized and stocked with the necessary supplies.
  • Ensure the maintenance of the appliances and equipment.
  • Manage 15 chefs, including assigning tasks, providing feedback and training.
  • Develop and implement menus that meet the needs of our guests and are within budget.
  • Monitor food cost and wastage.
  • Provide training and quality management for the Housekeeping Team who prepare the guest breakfasts.
  • Tailor menus to dietary needs including accommodation for allergies, dietary restrictions, or special requests.
  • Continuous improvement of the food program through taking on guest and director feedback in creating the breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner menus.
  • Total oversight of the order management system for the Resort, ensuring timely and accurate ordering of goods (including beverages).
  • Quality control of goods received and management of all storage areas to include cold, frozen, and dry storage.
  • Guidance to the Storeroom Assistants to ensure that food and beverage supplies are processed and delivered to the Villas in the correct quantities and on time.
  • Understanding of the relationship between the Villas and the Storeroom and managing the feedback loop.
  • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
  • Shop around suppliers for consistent and cost-effective prices.
  • Ensure that all food is prepared according to health and safety regulations, is timely in service and that guests are satisfied with the food and beverage service.
  • Responsible for conducting semi-annual reviews for all persons in his department

Qualifications
  • Culinary degree or diploma
  • Five (5+) plus years of experience as a chef, with at least 3 years of experience in a management role
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Open communication with other Resort teams
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Commitment to providing excellent customer service

Uniform Requirements:
  • Bluefields chef jacket
  • Bluefields chef pants
  • Nametag
  • Klogs
Qualified individuals should contact (876) 955-8993 via Whatsapp or email: jobs@bluefieldsvillas.com to join us.







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