Pastry Sous Chef for W Costa Navarino (2024)

<p>Costa Navarino is in Messinia in the southwest Peloponnese, in one of the most unspoiled and breathtaking landscapes in the Mediterranean. It is currently home to four 5-star deluxe hotels, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort and The Westin Resort at Navarino Dunes, W-Costa Navarino at Navarino Waterfront and Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino at Navarino Bay. </p><p> In the coming years, more upscale branded hotels will be added to our portfolio, both in Messinia and Athens, including the re-launch of the former Athens Hilton. </p><p>W Costa Navarino is seeking a <strong>Sous Chef  </strong>to make an impact on this job. The successful candidate will strongly support the Chef De Cuisine, will be an expert in kitchens and will be passionate about creating recipes guests will remember.</p><p></p><p><strong>Responsibilities : </strong></p><p>As our Sous Chef you will:</p><ul> <li>Estimate and communicate daily production needs.</li> <li>Demonstrate proper and safe usage of all kitchen equipment.</li> <li>Have knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation</li> <li>Respond appropriately to guests’ needs during the hours of operation.</li> <li>Have the ability to support the control of food cost.</li> <li>Be able to clearly define productivity standards with quality requirements and methods required to obtain them.</li> <li>Check that all food and beverage outlets’ orders are at the correct level and do not surpass the stocks which are required.</li> <li>Ensure that the wage overtime forecast is submitted each week and authorized by the Chef.</li> <li>Ensure accuracy of the weekly time sheets and that they are in accordance with the weekly forecast.</li> </ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul> <li>Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the sector, including a minimum of 2 years as a Sous Chef in an international 5*hotel chain</li> <li>Ability to speak, write and converse freely in both Greek and English</li> <li>Strong computer skills</li> <li>A culinary degree</li> <li>Good hygiene knowledge and HACCP Standards</li> <li>High energy, ability to work under pressure, good organizational skills and interpersonal skills.</li> </ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul> <li>Competitive compensation package</li> <li>On going training opportunities</li> <li>Accommodation in the vicinity of W Costa Navarino (for non Messinians)</li> <li>Meals within the premises</li> <li>Private Medical Plan</li> <li>Use of W Costa Navarino Facilities, according to the relevant policies</li> </ul>