Requirements include:
Kitchen Leadership
Assist in the creation of menus Supervise and coordinate the activities of kitchen staff Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to cooks Ensure the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation are consistently met Conduct regular tastings and inspections to maintain quality control Conduct training sessions for kitchen staff on cooking techniques, safety procedures, and sanitation standards Stay updated on and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, food handling guidelines, and sanitation standards Work with management to address any compliance issues promptly Recipe Standardisation and Documentation
Establish and maintain standardised recipes for all menu items Regularly review and update recipes to improve efficiency and quality Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure best quality of ingredients, most cost-effective ingredients and efficient use of ingredients Provide input on budgeting and cost-control measures Food Preparation
Oversee and participate in the preparation, cooking and presentation of food Ensure that high-quality culinary standards are maintained Prepare meals according to recipes, methods and yields Assisting with new Recipes and Product Development Inventory Management
Manage inventory levels and keep track of stock rotation to minimize stock wastage Daily and Weekly orders Order Receiving and Quality Control Weekly Stock Take Quality Control
Maintain and enforce hygiene, safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen Monitor food quality and consistency to meet established standards. Tasting all dishes, including meat texture Checking overall presentation Oversee the maintenance and proper functioning of kitchen equipment Schedule routine inspections and report on any repairs or replacements required General
Assisting with any other reasonable kitchen related tasks, including cleaning and maintaining the kitchen under general good manufacturing practices. Report directly to the company Executive Chef Working Hours
Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00 Friday: 08:00 – 15:00