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Head Chef - Timbavati

HotelJobs.co.za • Other • Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa • $200 - $300 / year • 1d ago

Hospitality and Outdoor – New Vacancy – Head Chef

Luxury Lodge – Timbavati

Requirements:

Formal Chef Qualification
At least 3+ years Chef Experience required in 5 star hotels, lodge or at a busy restaurant
Proven experience as a chef with a strong background in leadership or a supervisory role.
International exposure is a plus
Spoken and written English
Computer literate
PAN Strat knowledge advantageous
Ability to Cost menu’s.
Passion for food and the food experience
Ability to lead a team of people effectively
Ability to run and delegate a pass during busy service
Strong management skills, day-to-day, and long term
The ability to motivate staff to consistently deliver at a 5 star level
Ability to think and act creatively within a team
Good knowledge of hospitality operations including butler service and rostering of staff
Ability to create seasonal menu’s showcasing locally sourced ingredients and incorporating flavours to reflect the cultural influences of the region.
Ability to work flexibly
Ability to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining attention to detail

Description:

Run and supervise the entire kitchen operation for the Lodge.
Work with the Executive chef to ensure standards and goals are met
Ensure all menus are followed and food standard is excellent at all times
Support the chefs in daily supplies ordering from central store
Support and train new chefs on certain recipes if necessary
Work with Executive Chef to ensure effective implementation of Chef Academy training program
Training all staff on new menus, new dishes and ensuring that the standard is maintained
Continuous monitoring and control of dishes going out
Make personal contact with guests at each meal
Continuous encouragement and training of staff to provide the best food experience to guests
Be flexible when receiving unexpected request from guests and ensure you are able to accommodate unusual dietary requirements
Work within operational budgets
Stock control measures – including stock rotations and monthly stock take procedures as prescribed by the lodge financial co-ordinator
Invoice Inputting
Implement and maintain stringent cleaning measures. This includes daily weekly and monthly cleaning as well as stock receiving.
Attend weekly kitchen meeting with FOH and management team to ensure all items relating to the food experience are communicated and tended to

Package on Offer:

Flexible dependent on experience - live in

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