Head Chef
Bushwise
Full-time
On-site
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
The Head Chef is responsible for ensuring that the standard and quality of the food production and
the hygiene within the department is maintained at the highest level at all times. This role is very
much hands -on, requiring attention to detail and a positive work attitude.
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Main Tasks:
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1.Supervise the preparation of all food
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2Ensure all food is prepared as per food preparation requirements
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3.Ensure meals are produced on time, and sufficient quantities are available for the various areas
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4.Maintain stock levels of all kitchen supplies
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5.Be available for functions as they arise to ensure that the food is prepared and served as
required
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Oversee and supervise all kitchen staff
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1.Ensure all staff are aware of their duties and what is expected of them
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2.Teach new staff skills they require to perform their roles to the required standard
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3.Delegate duties to kitchen staff as per the menu requirements
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4.Oversee and monitor the work of kitchen staff to ensure all tasks are done as required
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5.Give staff feedback on their performance to enable staff development
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6.Ensure any staffing issues are resolved fairly and quickly
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Manage kitchen stocks
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1.Ensure wastage is minimised by careful supervision of food preparation methods
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2.Ensure proper hygienic storage methods are utilised to prevent food loss
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3.Oversee the ordering and control of stock levelsĀ
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Ensure catering staff are working safely at all times
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1.Ensure staff are aware of and follow safe work practices at all times
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2.Assist other staff in the cleaning of the kitchen at the end of the shift
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3.Ensure his/her own work station is kept clean and hygienic at all times
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Requirements<\/h3>
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Requirements<\/h3>1.Qualified Chef
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<\/div>4.Professional appearance
<\/div>5.Ability to manage other peopleĀ
<\/div>6.Ability to motivate staff
<\/div>7.Excellent communication skills
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<\/div>9.Ability to resolve conflict in a constructive manner
<\/div>10.Ability to solve problems and think -on -your -feet
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2.Experience and success in equivalent job roles
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3.Punctual, organised and trustworthy
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4.Professional appearance
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5.Ability to manage other peopleĀ
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6.Ability to motivate staff
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7.Excellent communication skills
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8.Attention to detail
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9.Ability to resolve conflict in a constructive manner
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10.Ability to solve problems and think -on -your -feet
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