Head Chef

Recruiter:

Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

JHB001441/BP

Date posted:

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Location:

Hazyview, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Responsible for the preparation, cooking and presentation of all food items in accordance with laid down minimum standards as required by the company for a 5* lodge.

Ensure quality & efficiency of food & service to customers is at highest levels always.
Must be able to do the purchasing, checking of goods and packing of all relevant storage facilities.
Serve buffet & a la carte as required.
Ability to manage & oversee all aspects of the kitchen operations, including management of resources, i.e., gas, water, electricity, etc.
Good financial acumen required for controls, budgeting & procurement requirements.
Manage & be responsible for all kitchen staff, ensuring standards are upheld by all.
Manage suppliers & deliveries as required.
Ensure standards as laid out by the company are upheld at all times by the kitchen.
Monitor food standards consistently.
Have a high standard of hygiene.
Ensure all food service areas are maintained in accordance with company standards & hygiene requirements.

POSITION INFO:

Management of Food – FIFO.
Reporting of breakages as required.
Food cost of sales procedures.
Must be able to work in all kitchen departments and train staff to required levels of efficiency – assess staff performance & recognise training needs if required.
Promote interdepartmental cooperation.
Valid driver’s License & own transport is advised.
Must have good leadership skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Management reporting required.
Manage customer complaints when required.

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