Head Chef
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13 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This well-known world famous long standing 5 star lodge is looking for a HEAD CHEF with exceptional culinary skills and strong leadership skills to join
the Kitchen team. The successful incumbent will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen service including the preparation and execution of all food items that come from the kitchen in a punctual manner and in accordance with company standards and procedures.
Conduct regular stock-takes order and replenish all bars and cellars from the liquor store at main camp whilst ensuring all associated paperwork is
promptly and accurately completed.
To ensure that any food related guest queries are attended to.
To maintain the hygiene standards for compliance.
To manage stock including orders receiving and stock takes.
Manage employee relations.
To conduct training on all kitchen operations.
Develop menus where required.
Duties and Responsibilities
Able to work under pressure
Managerial organisational and decision-making skills.
Demonstrate attention to detail and be guest-and service-oriented.
Be a hard-working problem-solving multi-tasker.
Able to work independently and practice effective time management.
Be a proactive positive team player.
Be energetic and enthusiastic.
Strong work ethic ability to work long and flexible hours.
An empathetic appreciation of the needs of all The Logdes Game Reserve guests.
Excellent communication skills must be able to read write and speak English
Physically fit sober habits and in good health.
Requirements
Matric
A formal or tertiary culinary qualification is essential.
Minimum of 5 years experience in a 5-star safari-camp/lodge kitchen
Use of Microsoft office (Word Excel Outlook) and stock control systems.
Prioritize hygiene as well as health and safety standards
Able to work effectively in any section of the kitchen
Able to lead by example and demonstrate integrity and humility
Must have extensive knowledge of product quality and all dietary requirements
Always look neat and presentable when guest facing
Maintain good personal cleanliness and hygiene practices
Benefits
- Live in with meals
- On-suite accommodation serviced with wifi
- Staff gym and other amazing benefits
- Salary Market Related - D.O.E
Company Industry
Airlines and Aviation / Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Food Industry
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Baking
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
