Chef

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen – Q PRO specific
• Implement new, innovative, and creative ideas(on meals and functions)
• Oversee and monitor the quality of food and presentation thereof
• Manage & train staff
• Quality & quantity controls on all food products.
• Keeping an update of market trends and reacting to these effectively and efficiently
• Any other duties as requested by management, within reason
• Ensure that all staff are familiar with the day's requirements.
• Give and take culinary direction in a positive and impactful manner
• Responsible for running the kitchen operation as well as having a passionate interest in the business beyond the kitchen doors.
• Make sure that the necessary stocks are on hand at the right quality and quantity.

Skills and Competencies

• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills: verbal/written
• Customer centric
• Commitment and excellence
• Initiative
• Organising/planning skills
• Productivity driven
• Cost awareness
• Computer literacy
• Business acumen

Qualifications

• Matric and tertiary qualification in Culinary Studies & Upmarket Cooking Skills
• Previous experience in similar position essential.