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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Sonoma, CA
Sonoma, California

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Sant Chef de Cuisine

Every memorable dining experience at Fairmont Hotels and Resorts begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team's commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. As Sant Chef de Cuisine, you will manage this dynamic department with flair, engaging your team and inspiring a complement of truly spectacular menu offerings.

Hotel Overview: The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is the ultimate elegant oasis, blessed by natural mineral hot springs in the Sonoma Valley. An idyllic, world famous wine growing region abundant with local products, our resort is designed to exude the California Wine Country experience

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

* Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting Colleagues

* Conduct daily shift briefings to Kitchen Colleagues

* Manage inventories, pricing, cost controls, requisitioning and the issuing of supplies and equipment for food production

* Cost menus accurately

* Ensure all Kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations

* Liaise daily with the Outlet Manager to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback

* Maintain and enhance the food products through creative menu development and presentation

* Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs

* Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines

* Maintain knowledge of and comply with all departmental/hotel policies, procedures and service standards

* Maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements

* Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment, use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safety

* Meet with Chef to review assignments, anticipate business levels, charges and other information pertinent to the job performance

* Ensure that assigned staff has reported to work: document any late or absent employees

* Coordinate breaks for assigned staff

* Communicate additions or changes to the assignments as they arise throughout the shift

* Set up workstations with required mis en place, tools, equipment, and supplies according to standards

* Inspect the cleanliness and working conditions of all tools, equipment and supplies

* Monitor performance of assigned staff and ensure all procedures are completed to the department's standards

* Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and Hotel requirements

* Minimize waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food costs

* Restock items that were depleted during the shift

* Attend designated meetings

Qualifications:

* Previous leadership experience in the Culinary field required

* Journeyman's papers or international equivalent preferred

* Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline preferred

* Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset

* Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

* Highly responsible & reliable

* Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment

* Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

* Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Visa Requirements: Applicant must be able to provide proof that they are legally able to work in the United States

APPLY TODAY: Whether you're launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit http://www.fairmontcareers.com/ to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts---and the extraordinary opportunities that exist!

ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS

At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That's why you'll find exceptional work opportunities---throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific---as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!