SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
As the Chef at Primrose House, you will manage the daily operations of our company kitchen and dining room, ensuring exceptional quality and service. As a business driven by our company purpose, "To give our guests a complete experience and a perfect stay", your role involves providing weekday lunches and any special occasion or event catering as needed for a team of hospitality professionals.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Set up the Canteen kitchen (equipment and accessories) as needed in order to meet deliverables and exceed expectations.
- Oversee daily canteen operations, including food preparation, service and menu planning (always offering light, healthy lunch time meal choices).
- Ensure high standards in food quality, safety, and hygiene.
- Manage stock levels, place orders, and control food costs.
- Consider differing dietaries/ food restrictions to ensure there is sufficient choice for all.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices.
- Maintain smooth communication between Personal Assistants, Facilities Co-ordinators and Office Cleaners.
- Handle any asset or maintenance issues promptly and action as required.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Tertiary qualification in Culinary Arts Degree with minimum 3 years certification.
- Must have at least 1 years’ experience in a CDP position.
- Must have worked in a 4* or 5* restaurant or hotel, with a banqueting focus.
- Creative cooking skills, with a focus on sustainability and healthy lifestyles.
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to multitask with exceptional time-management.
- Must be independent and self-motivated.
- Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication and attention to detail.
It is important that the candidate is able to work as part of a team and is a good cultural fit for The Royal Portfolio.
South African citizenship is advantageous. A valid work permit is essential if you are not in possession of a South African ID document.
Please note it is a condition of employment, that all staff undergo a pre-employment polygraph test.
