About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Perched on a rocky promontory high above the Ionian Sea, the iconic San Domenico Palace welcomes you to a 14th-century convent reimagined. Swim in our clifftop infinity pool, stroll in magnificent Italian gardens, soak in the history, savour Michelin-starred dining and escape into a Four Seasons world of timeless beauty.About the role
Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, you will hold a leadership role within the kitchen brigade and will be responsible for supervising the day to day running in all cooking stations. You will manage and coordinate the preparation of food items for guest orders, providing consistent quality in every dish, ensuring recipe cards are followed as well as portion and presentation standards.
What you will do
Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees in the Kitchen’s food production area to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met.
Assist in the planning and development of recipes and ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and demonstration
Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control.
Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by Four Seasons, local, state, and federal regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
Maintain control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency, monitor food shipments to ensure they meet established purchasing specifications as well and foster an awareness of the importance of food Executive Chef preparation and quality.
Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met as well as attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments.
What you bring
College degree preferably specializing in Hotel/Restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience is required.
At least 3 years of experience as Junior Sous Chef, with exceptional culinary knowledge gained in refined dining restaurants, along with Italian and international dishes with a creative flair.
You should be well familiar with all HACCP rules, with allergens, along with some knowledge of the legal/fire/safety practices pertinent to the role.
It is important to us that you have the highest level of integrity, an eye for detail and a collaborative nature. You have the ability to exercise independent judgment.
You must have fluency in Italian and English.
What we offer:
Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
Meals available at our Employee Restaurant
Employee Experience initiatives: from annual themed employee party to many ESG events throughout the year
Employee Recognition Programs
Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential
Schedule & Hours:
This is a full-time position
The candidate must have a flexible schedule and work also on weekends and holidays.
This position is based at the San Domenico Palace in Taormina and the contract is seasonal. You must possess the legal right to work in Italy.