CHEF DE PARTIE BUTCHER

Department.
Galley Employment Type.
Fixed Term Contract Reporting To.
Chief Butcher Description Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.
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As Chef De Partie Butcher you will be responsible for leading, mentoring and supporting the assigned Butcher Shop station team to consistently deliver a guest and product experience that embraces experience ownership, aligning with brand standards.
Key Responsibilities Supervises production in the butchery station, ensuring quality and consistency by always requiring adherence to portion control guidelines, Company recipes, defrosting schedule, and trimming methods, and considering demand, all as instructed by the Executive Chef / Chief Butcher.
Always assists with loading and storing as scheduled.
Always ensures that assigned section recipe files are maintained and available to assigned staff.
Always creates an effective and efficient daily production schedule for assigned sections, under the direction of the Chief Butcher, as required by the itinerary and various outlets.
Continually monitors the consumption of ingredients required for daily production; routinely keeps the Chief Butcher informed regarding production needs.
Regularly conducts spot checks to ensure that supplies and par levels are maintained and that proper care is taken to effectively manage production and resources.
Always participates in daily briefings with the Chief Butcher to discuss the previous day's operations and efficiency, and upcoming production and events.
Effectively supervises assigned Butchery staff during operational activities, as directed by the Executive Chef / Chief Butcher.
00a0 Always controls food consumption in the assigned areas through portion and production control and meets cost targets as directed by the Executive Chef / Chief Butcher.
Continually trains and coaches assigned staff in correct production methods and skills (including basic trimming and cutting), culinary techniques, menu and recipe knowledge, product-holding techniques, and presentation and delivery of the product.
Routinely monitors the condition of relevant butchery equipment and when malfunctions are found, immediately informs the Executive Chef / Chief Butcher that maintenance is required.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Formal qualification in Butchery from a recognized training institution (Preferred).
Must have at least 5 years of experience in large Butchery operations.
Cruise ship experience is strongly preferred.
Previous experience with different meat and cuts.
00a0 Previous experience in processing seafood.
Complete knowledge of USPH/HACCP requirements, food safety, and waste management.
00a0 Good English language skills, both verbal and written.
Understanding of the foundation of guest service; ability and willingness to deliver outstanding service to our guests.
00a0 Motivation to excel in all aspects of job duties and responsibilities.
00a0 Personable communicator with outstanding social skills and a warm, friendly, and caring personality.
00a0 Ability to continuously surprise and delight guests throughout their cruise experience.
00a0 Commitment to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships in a diverse cultural environment.
Benefits Princess Cruises offers many benefits.
This position is afforded comfortable, double cabin accommodations, meals, exceptional amenities, and extensive learning and recreational programs available to all of our teammates.
00a0 Regardless of the rank or role, we are all one Princess team.
Princess Cruises is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.