Hotel Sous Chef

The Brand; The Courtyard by Marriott hotel Sandy Park , Exeter is a Hotel which opened in 2022 and is uniquely positioned next to the Exeter Chiefs Rugby Stadium with 250 bedrooms. Whether you are a rugby fan or not - this is destination for talent spotting

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The View ; A completely unique roof top restaurant & bar venue offering locally sourced fresh produce in Exeter. Distinctly visible from far distances and is synonymous with the service experience provided, it features elegant and spacious seating in a contemporary design.
Kitchen & Bistro ; Located on our 3rd floor, this more relaxed dining option caterers for the business guests all day and offers simple dishes using the best local ingredients Devon has offer.
As well as our 2 culinary offerings, we cater for meetings and events whilst hosting elite sports teams, along with bespoke celebrations.
YOUR EFFORTS, OUR APPRECIATION
Salrary From £36,000
£1,000 Joining bonus after 6 months Completion in the role
Meals - Complimentary Meals in our canteen.
Private Medical - Look after your wellbeing
Life Insurance - Protection for Loved Ones
Bonus Scheme - Yearly based on performance and KPIs
Learning and Growing - Access to the best digital and classroom based training resources and cross exposure opportunities
Apprenticeships - Opportunities to undertake an apprenticeship to support your development in your role.
Holiday - 23 days of holiday + public holidays (Increase over time)
Uniform Provided - Dry cleaning included.
Company Enhanced Pension Scheme - Save for your future.
Take Care - Access to our Take Care Emotional Wellbeing Resources & Associate Assistance Service
Celebrate - Awards and Recognition Celebrations
BenefitHub - Access to further discounts for shopping, cinema tickets, technology and more!
Long Service Recognition - Dedicated appreciation events for when you reach career milestones within the company.
Global Marriott Hotel Discounts - Accessible to you and your loved ones, travel the world with Marriott International.
Food & Beverage Discounts - 20% Discount in all F&B outlets within Marriott Properties
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met
* Manages kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.
* Assists Executive Chef with all kitchen operations and preparation.
* Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
* Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.
* Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.
* Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
* Performs all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary.
* Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor.
* Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
* Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
* Operates and maintains all department equipment and reports malfunctions.
* Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
Leading Kitchen Operations
* Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
* Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
* Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
* Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
* Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
* Maintains the productivity level of employees.
* Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.
* Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
* Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
* Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.
* Recognizes success performance and produces desired results.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
* Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
* Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
* Sets a positive example for guest relations.
* Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
* Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
* Handles guest problems and complaints.
Maintaining Culinary Goals
* Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
* Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
* Utilizes the Labor Management System to effectively schedule to business demands and for tracking of employee time and attendance.
* Trains employees in safety procedures.
Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities
* Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
* Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
* Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
* Brings issues to the attention of the department manager and Human Resources as necessary.
Additional Responsibilities
* Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
* Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
* Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.
Education and Experience
* High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. xwzovoh Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.