Banquet Chef de Partie

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Work at a high-profile venue in Nelspr

Professional development and training

Staff meals and potential gratuities

Dynamic and supportive kitchen team

Medical aid provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Banquet Chef de Partie for a prestigious hotel and event venue in Nelspruit. You will focus on a specific banquet kitchen section, delivering high-quality dishes for banquets, conferences and events while maintaining presentation and consistency.

The role requires strong classical cooking skills, ability to work under pressure, and a collaborative approach with the Sous and Head Chefs. Flexibility for evenings, weekends and public holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as Chef de Partie or Commis in hotel banquet/high-volume catering.
• Strong foundation in classical cooking techniques.
• Proficiency in food preparation, plating and presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP and kitchen hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items for banquets and events according to established recipes and standards.
• Manage a specific section of the banquet kitchen, ensuring efficient workflow and proper execution of dishes.
• Maintain strict standards of hygiene, food safety, and sanitation in the kitchen environment.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff or commis chefs.
• Control inventory for your section, ensuring proper stock rotation and minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the Sous Chef and Head Chef on menu planning and execution for events.
• Ensure timely preparation and plating to meet event timelines.
• Monitor food quality and presentation, making adjustments as necessary.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative kitchen environment.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Classical cooking techniques

Food preparation

Plating

Food presentation

Time management

Teamwork

Kitchen hygiene

Education

Culinary qualification

Apprenticeship

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious hotel and event venue in Nelspruit , is looking for a skilled and dedicated Banquet Chef de Partie to join their esteemed culinary team. This role is essential for preparing and executing high-quality dishes for banquets, conferences, and events held at the venue. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in classical cooking techniques, the ability to work efficiently under pressure, and a passion for creating exceptional food experiences. You will be responsible for a specific section within the banquet kitchen, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and adherence to standards. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your culinary career in the beautiful Mpumalanga province.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards for banquets and events.


• Manage a specific section of the banquet kitchen, ensuring efficient workflow and proper execution of dishes.


• Maintain strict standards of hygiene, food safety, and sanitation in the kitchen environment.


• Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff or commis chefs.


• Control inventory for your section, ensuring proper stock rotation and minimizing waste.


• Collaborate with the Sous Chef and Head Chef on menu planning and execution for events.


• Ensure timely preparation and plating of dishes to meet event timelines.


• Monitor food quality and presentation, making adjustments as necessary.


• Contribute to a positive and collaborative kitchen environment.


• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Chef de Partie or Commis Chef in a similar environment (\"hotel banquet or high-volume catering\").


• Solid understanding of various cooking techniques and cuisines.


• Proficiency in food preparation, plating, and presentation.


• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and kitchen hygiene standards.


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment and manage time effectively.


• Strong teamwork and communication skills.


• Culinary qualification or apprenticeship is highly desirable.


• Must be physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.


• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, as required for banquet events in Nelspruit .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.


• Opportunity to work in a high-profile venue in Nelspruit .


• Professional development and training opportunities.


• Staff meals and potential for gratuities.


• A dynamic and supportive kitchen team environment.


• Contribution towards medical aid and provident fund.