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Cafxc3xa9 Lead - Cape TownFull job descriptionJob Number 24182354Job Category Food and Beverage & CulinaryLocation The Westin Cape Town, Convention Square, Cape Town, South Africa, South Africa VIEW ON MAPSchedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type Non-ManagementPOSITION SUMMARYThe Cafe Lead will be responsible to oversee the daily operations and maintain the quality and service standards of the Westin Cafe (Associate Cafeteria).Required Experience and QualificationsMatric certificateRelevant tertiary qualification in hospitality with experience in the catering sectorMinimum of 3 years Culinary and/or catering experience;Ability to work shifts including weekends and public holidaysGood supervisory, planning and delegation skills;Good knowledge of food safety & hygiene practices; Occupational Health and Safety and HACCPGood knowledge of stock and cost control;Good knowledge of menu planning;Strong interpersonal skillsAbility to assist with daily cooking requirements Key Duties & Responsibilities:Supervise and coordinate daily duties of the Westin Cafe attendantsMenu planning and costingManage the purchasing, storage and issuing of Cafe supplies;Ensure adequate stock control - Supervise provision of all crockery, cutlery, cleaning chemicals, kitchenware, etc.;Supervise the activities of associates in the Cafe - promoting a clean and respectful environmentEnsure the Westin Cafe, kitchen and storage facilities are kept clean;Attend to associate feedback concerning food and service.Cooking and preparation of meals;Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish to be served.Monitor the quantity of food that is prepared.Assist cafe attendants with various tasks.Maintain kitchen logs for food safety program and food products.Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching associates.Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications.Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.#LI-OnsiteMarriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brands unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing globalteam, and become the best version of you.

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