Head Chef

Join to apply for the Head Chef - Healthwise role at Tsebo Solutions Group Duties & Responsibilities To ensure that all menus are constantly updated, paying special attention to seasonal availability. To ensure that all menus are correctly calculated to ensure maximum gross profit. To ensure that all staff are constantly trained to effect good portion control and pleasing presentation of dishes. To ensure that sufficient stocks of all materials are being kept and stored under the correct conditions. To liaise with management daily regarding special requirements, exec functions, etc. To ensure that all statutory hygiene requirements are diligently followed. To ensure that maintenance problems are promptly reported. To ensure that attendance registers are kept daily and that any absenteeism is reported to management without delay. To ensure that all documents are passed to management immediately for processing. To ensure that all staff are dressed correctly to satisfy statutory requirements as well as enhancing the image of the establishment. To constantly update your knowledge and skills for the good of the establishment. To assist with regular stocktakes as and when required. Skills and Competencies Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests. Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 20kg. Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours). Qualifications A minimum of 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook and expediter. Relevant tertiary qualification and Associate Culinary Degree / or recognized in service training. At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Facilities Services #J-18808-Ljbffr