COMMIS CHEF-PASTRY – Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort & Spa

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JOB DESCRIPTION & SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

IHG® Hotels & Resorts is one of the world’s leading hotel companies, with a promise to provide True Hospitality for everyone. As one of the world’s largest upscale brands, we have properties located in major urban centres, gateway cities and resort destinations all around the globe.

Opening in early January 2024, be part of Fiji’s globally anticipated new resort. At Crowne Plaza Hotel & Resorts, we support colleagues in delivering an unscripted approach to service that encourages warm, engaging interactions between the hotel team and guests. In our hotels you’ll find a team who are people-first, professional and inclusive.

If you are confident, positive, inventive and love to connect and collaborate you’ll feel at home and excel at Crowne Plaza.

What is the job?

Every plate has the potential to create a memory that lasts a lifetime for our guests. We’re looking for Pastry Commis Chefs with a passion for presentation, dedication to flavour and commitment to setting high standards from workspace to table and beyond. Under the direction of Executive Sous Chef, you are responsible to take care of the daily food preparation and duties assigned to meet the set standard and qualities.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

You will be working in our Pastry Kitchen, preparing delicious desserts for our conferences or all-day dining restaurant.

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

Support Chef de Partie or Demi Chef in the daily operation of the Pastry Section.
Work according to the menu specifications by the Head of Pastry.
Keep the work area at all times in hygienic conditions according to the rules.
Prepare the daily mise-en-place and pastry production.
Follow the instructions and recommendations from the immediate Superiors to complete the daily tasks.
Ensure the highest standards and consistent quality in the daily preparation and keep up to date with the new products, recipes, and preparation techniques.
Coordinate and participate with other sections of requirements, cleanliness, wastage, and cost control.
Prepare and display buffet food items according to the hotel standard.
Perform tasks promptly.
Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross-contamination.
Report maintenance, hygiene, and hazard issues.

What we need from you:

Certificate in Patisserie and/or Baking or Cake Decoration.
Good Communication and writing skills.
The strength to lift, push and pull big objects up to 23 kg which can also involve bending and kneeling.
A good grasp of reading, writing and basic mathematics.
The flexibility to work night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Compliance with local laws on food handling.
Great communication – you’ll be warm, welcoming and easy to talk to.
At least 1 year of experience in a similar role in a world-class brand or similar resort setting.
How do I deliver this?

There’s so much more to the job than we can capture here. It’s simply about creating great experiences, doing the right thing and understanding people.

What we offer

In return we’ll give you a competitive salary package including, free transfers within the Nadi area to the resort and back, food and beverage discount, discounted room rates worldwide and the opportunity to progress your career with IHG®.

Most importantly, we’ll give you the room to belong.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to an individual’s, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

IHG is committed to promoting a culture of inclusion where everyone feels safe, respected and valued. We seek talent from all backgrounds to join our teams and encourage our colleagues to bring their authentic and best selves to work.

JOB FUNCTIONS
Chefs – Executive Sous /Demi / Commis, Chef Pastry and Staff

JOB OPEN TO:
Fiji Residents Only

OTHER INFORMATION (ATTACHMENTS)
Commis Chef – Pastry – 09.01.24.pdf