Chef (In-Flight Catering)

As a chef, you will be responsible for the strategic management of the store in accordance with the company's policies and vision, in close collaboration with the Supply and Production Manager.

Your Main Missions Will Be

• Have the ability to demonstrate a complete understanding of the required menus
• Prepare meats, fishes, pastas, side dishes and garnishes following recipes carefully
• Roast, fry, steam, grill, bake meats, fishes, vegetables as required by recipes
• Prepares food by cleaning, peeling, mincing, cutting, chopping, mixing portioning, measuring ingredients, packaging and labelling
• Maintain proper food production records, ensure all equipment is operable
• Responsible for sanitation and post-service set-up
• Notify manager of any maintenance repairs need or unsafe conditions
• Taste and smell prepared food to determine quality and palatability
• Monitor temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met prior to steam table transfer and maintained throughout meal Service
• Studies recipes assigned by the Executive Chef, prepares and coordinates all meals
• Coordinates preparation for the following day’s menus
• Manage the prep list to plan duties
• Ensures standard of recipes to maintain consistent quality
• Assists in the coordination and execution of special menus for client presentations
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is in working order and kept clean at all times
• Wear food safety equipment while on duty, use work safety equipment while on duty
• Maintain good portion control and forecast of production
• Practice proper grooming, personal hygiene, and use safety equipment
• Communicate effectively with kitchen personnel & other unit departments
• Compliance with all company service standards, health & safety procedures, food safety requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Mandatory prior experience in a similar position IN A RESTAURANT or IN A CATERING BUSINESS
• Experience with Halal, Middle Eastern, Indian Cuisine is a strong asset
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to read in English, write in English, speak in English
• Good knowledge of HACCP is an asset (training will be provided otherwise)
• Ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work on weekends
• Attendance, diligence, punctuality, reliability

About Newrest Specialist in out-of-home catering in 54 countries, and the only player to intervene in all sectors of catering and related services, Newrest is one of the world leaders in multi-sector catering.

Our 36,000 committed and talented employees do what is necessary to offer consumers balanced, diversified and tasty meals while scrupulously respecting hygiene and food safety standards.

https://www.newrest.eu/