Demi Chef - Pastry

• Demi chef oversees line or station cooks within a production area -- such as the grade-manger or pastry section.
• A demi chef relays orders to his station cooks and ensures that each menu item his station is responsible for is prepared on time.
• Oversees all preparation, cooking and presentation for plates.
• Required to assist with cooking, preparation and plating when station chefs are absent.
• Demi chef also ensures that all health and food safety standards are practiced and helps troubleshoot any kitchen issues that may arise.
• Demi chef is responsible for one or more stations, such as the grade manger, fryer, noodles and pastry.
• Demi chef is responsible for most food preparation and cooking, and are responsible for cleaning the kitchen at the end of night as well.
• Follows good preservation standards for the proper handling of all food products at the right temperature.
• Ensure effective communication between staff by maintaining a secure and friendly working environment.
• Personally responsible for hygiene, safety and correct use of equipment and utensils.
• Ability to produce own work in accordance with a deadline.
• Checks periodically expiry dates and proper storage of food items in the section.
• Daily feedback collection and reporting of issues as they arise.
• Carry out any other duties as required by management.

Job Specifications

Qualifications:

• Higher Cert in Culinary Skills

Experience:

• 3 - 5 years experience in the kitchen

Skills and Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of ingredients and cooking methods
• Good knowledge of food handling, food preparation and cooking procedures
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene regulations and company quality standards
• Acute taste for food

Personal Qualities:

• Passion to cook
• Able to work at a fast pace and under pressure
• Positive attitude
• Willingness to learn
• Able to work in a team
• Flexible and adaptable
• High standard of personal hygiene

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $3,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Food provided
• Professional development

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Shift system
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person