（外籍/Expat) Main Duties Administration §  Ensures that culinary activities are aligned with the respective Corporate Strategy, and that the Hotel Actions have been implemented where appropriate. §  Replaces the Executive Chef in his/her absence in representing the Food and Beverage function on the hotel's Executive Committee. §  Assists in overseeing the preparation and update of individual Departmental Operations Manuals. §  Conducts regular communications meetings and ensures that departmental briefings and meetings are effective and conducted as necessary. §  Ensures the smooth operation of the Culinary Departments in the absence of the Executive Chef. Customer Service §  Ensures that all guest contact culinary employees deliver the brand promise and provide exceptional guest service at all times. §  Ensures that employees also provide excellent service to internal customers in other departments as appropriate. §  Spends time in culinary areas observing employee-guest/employee-internal customer interaction, working through Heads of Department to coach employees as necessary. §  Handles all guest and internal customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner, following through to make sure problems are resolved satisfactorily. §  Maintains positive guest and colleague interactions with good working relationships. Financial §  Maximises employee productivity through the use of multi-skilling, multi-tasking and flexible scheduling to meet the financial goals of the business as well as the expectations of the guests. §  Ensures that each profit centre (e.g. Outlet, Banquets) is operated in line with maximising profit while delivering on the brand promise. §  Ensures that each cost centre (e.g. Stewarding) operates with the lowest possible cost structure while also delivering on the brand promise to the guest. §  Assists in the preparation of the Annual Business Plan for Food and Beverage. §  Assists in monthly reforecast, involving the respective Heads of Department as appropriate. §  Assists in proactively managing costs based on key performance indicators, working through the respective Heads of Department as appropriate. §  Ensures that all hotel, company and local rules, policies and regulations relating to financial record keeping, money handling and licensing are adhered to. §  Assists in the inventory management and ongoing maintenance of hotel operating equipment and other assets. §  Assists with the input and oversight of product specifications, recipes and other data as required, supporting the smooth operation of Materials Management and Cost Audit functions. Marketing §  Constantly evaluates local, national and international market trends, vendors and other hotel/restaurant operations to make sure that the hotel’s own operations remain competitive and cutting edge. §  Sources for Marketing and Public Relations opportunities to increase awareness and ultimately business. Operational §  Ensures that all company minimum brand standards have been implemented, and that optional brand standards have been implemented where appropriate. §  Monitors all operations, especially during peak business periods, working through the respective Head of Department to make adjustments where necessary. §  Assists in making sure that all Touches of Hyatt and the Food and Beverage Top 20 are implemented. §  Ensures that the Culinary Departments respond to the results of the Consumer Audit and to ensure that the relevant changes are implemented. §  Work closely with other management personnel in a supportive and flexible manner, focusing on the overall success of the hotel and the satisfaction of hotel guests. Operational (continued) §  Ensures that culinary employees work in a supportive and flexible manner with other departments, in a spirit of “We work through Teams”. §  Ensures that all employees are up-to-date with the availability of seasonal and new products on the market. §  Tastes and monitors the food products served throughout the operation, providing feedback where appropriate. §  Works with the Materials Manager in the procurement of the best product for the best price and in the management of the relevant areas of the Commissary Kitchen. §  Works closely with the Stewarding Manager to ensure that hygiene standards are maintained and that operating equipment is cared for to maximise its useful life and to minimise breakage. §  Oversees the quality and variety of food and beverages served in the Employee Restaurant, ensuing that this outlet is operated to the same standard as any other outlet. Personnel §  Oversees and assists in the recruitment and selection of all Food and Beverage employees.   Ensures that Kitchen managerial employees follow hotel guidelines when recruiting and use a competency-based approach to selecting their employees. §  Oversees the punctuality and appearance of all Food and Beverage employees, making sure that they wear the correct uniform and maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene, according to the hotel and department’s grooming standards. §  Maximises the effectiveness of Heads of Department by developing each of their skills and abilities through the appropriate training, coaching, and/or mentoring. §  Conducts annual Performance Development Discussions with employees and supports them in their professional development goals §  Ensures effective training programmes for employees in coordination with the Training Manager and their Departmental Trainers. §  Encourages employees to be creative and innovative, challenging and recognising them for their contribution to the success of the operation. §  Oversees the preparation and posting of weekly work schedules in each department, making sure that they reflect business needs and other key performance indicators. §  Supports the implementation of The People Philosophy, demonstrating and reinforcing Hyatt’s Values and Culture Characteristics. §  Ensures that all employees have a complete understanding of and adhere to employee rules and regulations. §  Ensures that employees follow all hotel, company and local rules, policies and regulations relating to fire and hazard safety, and security. §  Provides feedback on the results of the Employee Opinion Survey and ensuring that the relevant changes are implemented. Other Duties §  Is knowledgeable in statutory legislation in employee and industrial relations. §  Understands and strictly adheres to Rules and Regulations established in the Employee Handbook and the Hotel’s policies concerning fire, hygiene and health and safety. §  Ensures high standards of personal presentation and grooming. §  Maintains strong, professional relationship with the relevant representatives from competitor hotels, business partners and other organisations. §  Responds to changes in the Food and Beverage function as dictated by the industry, company and hotel. §  Attends training sessions and meetings as and when required. §  Carries out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned. §  It is manager’s responsibility to ensure all food handlers are strictly following hotel food hygiene policy.