EN – Pastry Commis Chef at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Job Description

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The Fairmont Norfolk is a historic hotel in Nairobi, Kenya and is owned by the luxury hotel chain, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. The hotel has rooms, 4 restaurants, and consists of 5 main blocks, each ranging from 1 to 2 stories high. The hotel has a signature Tudor style of architecture that has been maintained since its original construction.

Pastry Commis Chef

Ready for a sizzling career move? You will play a pivotal role in our kitchen working alongside a fantastic team. The food you prepare, cook and serve makes our guests smile and wanting more.

What is in it for you:

Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide Learning programs through our Academies Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world! Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

What you will be doing:

Reporting to pastry sous Chef, Chef de partie responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues Must have knowledge in current trending desserts and pastries. Ensure daily checks of all mis en place to ensure freshness and quality standards Prepare daily production of desserts, cookies, cakes and other baked goods according to standard recipes Have skills in cake baking and icing Inspect product for quality and consistency during the shift Review production schedules to determine variety and quantity of items to produce Monitor inventory of supplies and order stock based on daily and weekly requirements Good ingredients management skills and knowledge Complete production sheets needed for the daily operation Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment Maintain consistency for all items in the fridges, freezer Follow Kitchen policies, procedures and service standards Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

Previous experience in a Bakery required Previous experience in a Bakery required Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent preferred Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline preferred 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