Head Chef

• Responsible for controlling and directing the food preparation process, creating menus, ensuring exceptional front of house experiences, and managing a small team of kitchen and housekeeping staff.
• Menu Creation:
• Develop menus and create new dishes to ensure variety and quality.
• Roll out menu creations and maintain a standardized recipe book.
• Plan meals weekly and seasonally to meet the needs of our clients and staff.
• Food Preparation:
• Oversee the food preparation process and ensure dishes meet quality standards.
• Approve dishes before serving and address any issues or defects.
• Prepare daily breakfast for executives.
• Stock and Equipment Management:
• Coordinate budgets and manage food inventory needs.
• Conduct monthly stocktakes and arrange repairs when necessary.
• Staff Management:
• Hire, train, and manage kitchen and housekeeping staff.
• Estimate staff workload and foster a climate of cooperation and respect.
• Provide ongoing training and upskilling opportunities.
• Barista Station:
• Supervise the barista station and manage stock levels.
• Health and Safety:
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and comply with sanitation regulations.
• Ensure the kitchen meets all health and safety guidelines and undergoes regular audits.
• Uphold food hygiene practices and prioritize the safety of staff and customers.
• Housekeeping:
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained in all areas of the building.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Events Management:
• Assist in organizing and managing company events and functions.
• Provide catering services for internal and external events as required.
• General/Ad Hoc:
• Provide weekly updates to management and maintain records of stock.
• Possess strong leadership, communication, and time management skills.

• Degree in Culinary science or related certificate.
• Proven experience as a Head Chef.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Up to date with culinary trends and kitchen processes.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and health and safety regulations.

• R40 000 per month.

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