Chef De Partie

SUMMARY:
Our Client is looking for a  Chef De Partie to join their team

POSITION INFO:
Area/Location:  Eastern Cape

Minimum Criteria Required:

• Diploma or other formal qualification in Culinary Arts.
• Completed commercial cookery apprenticeship or equivalent.
• At least 3 years’ experience in producing up-market cuisine.
• Demonstrated previous experience in this position at a 5-star lodge or hotel.
• Hold a current food handler health card or HACCP/Food Safety certificate

• Knowledgeable in producing a variety of authentic and innovative cuisines.
• Support the kitchen management team to ensure readiness for service before the beginning of each shift.
• Stay up to date with changes in policies, operational methods, and industry standards.
• Responsible for the proper handling and care of all equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Follow all standard operating procedures for service to guests, ensuring exceptional food quality is consistently provided.
• Support the kitchen management team in maintaining appropriate kitchen records.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant food safety, security, and health and safety policies, processes, and procedures, ensuring compliance with local legislation.
• Collaborate with other kitchen sections to ensure that work is completed to provide guests with the highest level of personalized service at all times.

• Proficient in speaking and understanding English.
• Knowledge of GAAP POS and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of food costing and wastage control.
• Sober habits.
• Ability to work well in a team and under high levels of pressure.
• Driver’s license preferred.
• Good knowledge of Food and Beverage service.