Our client is in the Hospitality industry and they seek to hire a Chef. He/She will be tasked with managing the kitchen team and ensuring quality food is served to all customers.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all the food production, assist in daily food requirement orders, and maintenance of the highest professional food quality and sanitation standards
• Ensure meals are produced on time, and sufficient quantities are available
• Evaluate food products to ensure that quality standards are consistently attained
• Maintain stock levels of all kitchen supplies
• Ensure end of the month inventory is accurate
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Approve the requisition of products and other necessary food supplies.
• Delegate duties to kitchen staff as per the menu requirements
• Ensure wastage is minimized by careful supervision of food preparation methods
• Ensure proper hygienic storage methods are utilized to prevent food loss
• Develop menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Ensure food portions are maintained and food presentation is correct
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff.
• Ensure proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality, stock closing and organize the issuing and receiving of kitchen supplies
• Schedule and establish a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment

Qualifications

• Diploma/ Degree in Food & Beverage Production or a related field of study
• Plus 2 years experience in preparation of Continental, Oriental and African dishes.
• Proven track record of cost control including food, equipment, labor, and waste to meet the food quality goals and the hotel’s financial goals.
• Demonstrate a real passion for menu planning and leadership.
• Good knowledge of hygiene and sanitization regulations.
• Need to be able to manage staff, multitask when the kitchen gets busy, have problem-solving skills, and be keen on small details.
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management.
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitor progress.
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes.
• Charismatic and mature individual.
• A well-groomed and presentable individual with outstanding communication skills.