Description
La Citadelle Metz – MGallery Collection is a unique hotel located in the heart of Metz. Our 4-star hotel, with 78 rooms, offers elegant and authentic hospitality. The restaurant, La Réserve, serves seasonal, generous, and contemporary cuisine, highlighting fresh products, local producers, and the pleasure of receiving.
We are seeking a Second de Cuisine / Chef Adjoint to support our Chef de cuisine, Guillaume, in the development and success of La Réserve restaurant. As a key member of the team, you will assist the Chef in daily kitchen management and replace him during his absences.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist the Chef in organising and managing the kitchen and replace him during his absences
- Participate in creating and renewing menus, focusing on fresh, local, and seasonal products
- Ensure the quality, consistency, and presentation of dishes
- Supervise, support, and help develop the skills of kitchen staff
- Maintain continuity of management and production in the Chef's absence
- Manage inventory, stock control, and cost optimisation
- Contribute to optimising work methods, reducing food waste, and improving kitchen efficiency
- Ensure compliance with HACCP standards, hygiene, and safety regulations
- Collaborate closely with front-of-house teams to provide a cohesive and high-quality customer experience
- Participate in events, seminars, and banquets
We are looking for someone with significant kitchen experience, ideally as a Second de cuisine or confirmed Chef de partie. You should have strong culinary skills, organisational abilities, and knowledge of kitchen management.
Desirable qualities:
- Reliable, committed, autonomous, and demanding, yet kind, humble, and team-oriented
- Passionate about cooking, making people happy, sharing ideas, and taking on new challenges
At La Citadelle, we value sincerity, creativity, and mastery in our cuisine, alongside a strong team spirit.