Executive Sous Chef (f/m/d)

Department: Kitchen

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Switzerland - St. Moritz

DescriptionUnder a name steeped in tradition, Kempinski, hoteliers since 1897, has travelled the world in search of fascinating destinations, without ever forgetting its traditions and European heritage. The spacious resorts and stylish city and wellness hotels reflect an individual and unique character, especially for guests who appreciate 5-star service and luxury on their business or private trips.

Key ResponsibilitiesTogether with your team, you will ensure that our guests enjoy a culinary experience of the highest standard. Our hotel's gastronomic offerings are characterised by their sophisticated, regional and highly creative cuisine. We rely on the finest mountain produce and the enthusiasm of our staff.
Your main tasks include, among other things:\nSupport in creating contemporary and innovative concepts for the entire kitchen area.\nSupport in managing and organising all aspects of the kitchen departments to ensure optimal profit (main kitchen & fine dining, stewarding, and staff restaurant).\nCompliance with management and company guidelines.\nResponsibility for hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with HACCP guidelines.\nMonitoring the functionality of all appliances and equipment in the kitchen\nOrdering all food purchases\nSupporting the introduction of new concepts and helping to design our kitchen renovation\nRegular quality controls\nRecruitment and staff development for the entire kitchen team\nPlanning and implementing regular F&B promotions together with our Director of F&B\nPlanning and organising creative pop-up culinary events\nNetworking within the Kempinski Group\nMenu creation based on current trends and organisation of tastings\nCost control and pricing of all dishes\nBudgeting and monthly forecasts\nCollaboration and co-design of our franchise kitchens in cooperation with the respective head chefs\nParticipation in department head meetings on behalf of the executive chef\n

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise\nCompleted vocational training as a chef \nSeveral years of professional experience in a similar position in the 5-star hotel industry or upscale gastronomy\nOpenness to new ideas and a high degree of innovation \nStrong leadership skills in managing multiple employees\nFlexibility and sense of responsibility\nTeam-oriented approach to work, hands-on mentality, friendly and warm manner\nVery good product knowledge and a creative approach to work\nContinuous willingness to learn and desire to develop oneself and others\nGood knowledge of German and English\n

Benefits\nLive and work in the heart of the Engadin Alps\nA wide range of opportunities to shape your career\nA pleasant working atmosphere in a young and dynamic team\nInternational career prospects and development opportunities\nOutstanding employee benefits in all Kempinski hotels, among others\nStaff accommodation in the immediate vicinity of the hotel, including laundry facilities, a fitness and common room, a kitchen and a wide range of dishes in our staff restaurant\nFree use of the in-house daycare centre for employees' children  \nMonthly staff activities such as skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing courses, hiking trips, spa evenings and German courses\nInternal ‘Feel Good Committee’ to help shape all welfare issues\n