Hot Kitchen CDP

SUMMARY:
Job Title: Hot Kitchen Chef de Partie (CDP)
Location: 5-Star Luxury Lodge, Limpopo
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie (CDP) – Hot Kitchen to join our culinary team at a renowned 5-star lodge in Limpopo. If you have a flair for preparing exquisite dishes in a luxury environment, we would love to hear from you!

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook dishes in the hot kitchen section to the highest standards of taste and presentation.
• Assist the Sous Chef in menu planning and execution, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Ensure all food preparation is done according to the lodge’s high standards and guest preferences.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workstation, adhering to food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Supervise junior kitchen staff and guide them in preparing dishes, ensuring all health and safety protocols are followed.
• Assist in managing stock levels, ensuring freshness and availability of ingredients.
• Continuously seek to improve kitchen efficiency and create an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience as a Chef de Partie, with strong skills in the hot kitchen section. Experience in a luxury lodge or fine dining environment is essential.
• Skills: Expertise in various cooking techniques, excellent knife skills, and attention to detail in food presentation.
• Knowledge: Understanding of international cuisine trends and modern plating styles.
• Creativity: A passion for creating visually stunning and flavorful dishes that cater to a sophisticated clientele.
• Work Ethic: Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.