Sous-chef de Cuisine

Job opening criteria

The company

It started with a dream-a passion to create a five-star boutique hotel experience in the Caribbean.And it was realized in one of the most beautiful places on earth, Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic. Eden Roc Cap Cana is a unique and secluded property nestles in the exclusive, beachfront community of Cap Cana at the eastern tip of the Dominican Republic.

Surround by a tropical forest with ecological marvel, with pristine beaches, towering cliffs, a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course and a bustling Marina. Solaya Hotels & Resorts chose this heaven on earth as the ideal spot to build their first ultra-luxurious property, the model for future developments in the Caribbean, United States and Europe.

Solaya's unique concept for Eden Roc Cap Cana blends the impeccable standards of the great resorts along the French and Italian Rivieras with the warmth and relaxed charms of the Caribbean. Think of the magnificent architecture along the French and Italian Rivieras. Add a touch of Spanish Colonial design. And now imagine an enclave of these storybook villas set among the dreamy landscape of the Caribbean. It is a unique interpretation of Mediterranean Riviera romance with a Caribbean twist.

Furthermore Eden Roc Cap Cana is proud to be the first member of Relais & Chateaux properties in Dominican Republic, an exclusive collection of 520 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. Their mission is to spread the Art of life across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.

Job description
Ensure that all recipes and product yields are accurately costed and reviewed regularly.
Ensure that all food items are prepared as per standard recipe cards whilst maintaining portion control and minimizing waste.
Ensure that food stock levels within the culinary department areas are of sufficient quantity and quality in relevance to the hotel occupancy and function forecasts.
Ensure that associate meals and associate dining services are of a consistently high standard.
Ensure that chefs are always in clean tidy uniforms and are always presentable to be in guest view.
Ensure that all food preparation equipment is being used safety and correctly and that it is cleaned and maintained.
Ensure that all culinary operations manuals are prepared and updated.
Ensure that the Department's overall operational budgets are strictly adhered too.
Ensure that the culinary department adheres to all company and hotel policies and procedures.
Ensure that a consistent first class product of the highest quality is achieved and maintained in all culinary areas, whilst adhering to operational deadlines.
Maintenance reports and work orders supported by the respective follow up of those items actioned.
Verify that only the highest quality products are used in food preparation.
Ensure that all food products received into the hotel are of the required standard and quality and that they are stored and rotated correctly.
Responsible for the supervision of all stewards and their activities within the culinary department.
Ensure that weekly work schedules and annual leave planners are administered and filed correctly.
Ensure that the overall culinary department is motivated and that positive feedback on work performance is given.
Coach and counsel employees in a timely manner and in accordance with Company policy.

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
Quality
Productivity
Dependability
Customer Focus
Adaptability
Profile description

**Prerequisites**:

- Fair and firm management abilities with high influencing skills.
- Strong administration skills.
- Creative and innovative.
- Strong knowledge of food and beverage.
- Hands-on approach to all operational aspects.
- Excellent communication skills and computer skills.
- Initiative and Self-motivated.
- Ideal training and coaching skills.

**Education**:
Culinary diploma from a recognized institution or higher.

**Experience**:
At least 5 years' experience with 2 years in a senior management position.