Head Chef

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa TASHAS GROUP Full time

Head Chef & BOH Training Manager Job Purpose: The Head Chef & BOH Training Manager is responsible for leading and managing the back‑of‑house (BOH) operations across Tashas Café locations. This includes overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of food quality, ensuring effective menu planning, and implementing training programs to enhance culinary skills and operational efficiency. Main Responsibilities: Management & Production Ensure consistency in food production across all Tashas Café locations, adhering to established recipes, portion control, and presentation standards. Lead and manage kitchen operations, including the quality and quantity of items produced at each location. Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the BOH department, including pastry if necessary. Oversee food preparation processes and identify areas for improvement, ensuring efficiency and quality in production methods. Onboarding & Employee Relations Implement and uphold high-quality standards for all food products, ensuring consistency in taste, texture, and presentation. Conduct regular training sessions, tastings, and quality checks across all locations to ensure food quality and consistency. Support the Operations team in monitoring food costs, minimizing waste, and optimizing ingredient usage. Maintain accurate records for food production, storage, and ordering to meet business needs. Menu Planning & Development Collaborate with the Culinary Director to plan and develop new menu items, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business goals. Present new menu items to the Culinary Director and Executive Committee for approval and sign‑off. Collaborate with the Beverage department on ingredient usage and cross‑utilization where applicable. Health & Safety Ensure all food safety and hygiene guidelines are strictly adhered to across all Tashas Café locations. Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure safe and efficient kitchen operations. Maintain food production records, reports, and department files in accordance with health and safety standards. People & Training Provide continuous training and development to the BOH brigades, ensuring they stay updated on new techniques, trends, and equipment in the culinary field. Foster a positive and productive work environment, motivating and supporting team members to perform at their best. Lead by example, ensuring a culture of professionalism and excellence in all BOH operations. Innovation and Development Maintain and improve current knowledge of any new industry, products, innovations, techniques, and equipment development. Bring creativity and create new designs, recipes, combinations of flavours and presentations. Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Human Resources Industries Restaurants #J-18808-Ljbffr

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