Head Chef – Corporate – Bellville needed at Tsebo Solution

Duties & Responsibilities

• To ensure that all menus are constantly updated, paying special attention to seasonal availability.
• To ensure that all menus are correctly calculated to ensure maximum gross profit.
• To ensure that all staff are constantly trained to effect good portion control and pleasing presentation of dishes.
• To ensure that sufficient stocks of all materials are being kept and stored under the correct conditions.
• To liaise with management daily regarding special requirements, exec functions, etc.
• To ensure that all statutory hygiene requirements are diligently followed.
• To ensure that maintenance problems are promptly reported.
• To ensure that attendance registers are kept daily and that any absenteeism is reported to management without delay.
• To ensure that all documents are passed to management immediately for processing.
• To ensure that all staff are dressed correctly to satisfy statutory requirements as well as enhancing the image of the establishment.
• To constantly update your knowledge and skills for the good of the establishment.
• To assist with regular stocktakes as and when required.

Skills and Competencies

• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 20kg,
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook and expediter.
• Relevant tertiary qualification and Associate Culinary Degree / or recognized in service training.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.