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Job description / Role
Coordinator - Casual Dining - Kuwait
With more than 750 cafes, stores and restaurants the Alshaya Food division offers a range of roles for different hospitality backgrounds. Brands such as The Cheesecake Factory, Starbucks, P.F. Changs, Pizza Express and Shake Shack provide everything from quick service and casual up to fine dining. We launched 8 new brands across 2012 and 2013 and have more planned for 2014.
The role:
You will be responsible for assisting the Culinary Department to achieve department objectives and company goals in a timely and efficient manner.
Your duties will include:
* Keeping accurate records, reviewing information, consolidating reports and taking action where necessary.
* Developing relationships, both internal and external, to achieve objectives within timescales.
* Communicating relevant information to internal/external parties whilst presenting the company in a professional manner
* Coordinating the activities of the Culinary team including Project Managers, Menu Development Chefs and Research & Development team
* Assist the team in preparing presentations, coordinate activities within the division and work with the Department Secretary to facilitate travel arrangements and other events.
Requirements
* Experience working in a similar role
* Familiarity with culinary terminology and kitchen operations
* Excellent communication skills
* The ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
* Excellent knowledge of Power point
* Knowledge of Excel.
About the Company
As a leading international franchise operator, with nearly 90 of the world’s most recognised brands in its portfolio, Alshaya Group brings great shopping, dining, leisure and hospitality experiences to millions of customers across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Europe and beyond.
Alshaya Group is a dynamic multinational business and family owned enterprise with a consistent record of growth and innovation. For 35 years, Alshaya has been a pioneering force in brand franchising, using its exceptional knowledge and experience to expand at pace.
Our portfolio of well-loved international brands includes Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang’s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn, KidZania and, coming soon, Hampton by Hilton.
From one retail franchise store opened in Kuwait in 1983, Alshaya Group has consistently grown and diversified and today offers customers an unparalleled choice of brands across multiple sectors; Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings, Leisure & Entertainment, and Hotels. A diverse, skilled team of 53,000 people from 120 nationalities support more than 4,000 stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, a growing online business and a commitment to delivering great customer experiences.