Chef de Partie

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 268,000 - 402,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. seeks a Chef de Partie to work onboard a cruise ship in Cape Town. You will prepare and cook menu items to high standards and supervise junior kitchen staff in your section.

You will oversee training, maintain hygiene, assist in menu planning, and coordinate with dining room and bar to ensure a seamless guest experience. A culinary degree and several years in fine dining, plus a valid food safety certificate, are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Chef de Partie in a high-volume, fine dining establishment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of quality.
• Ability to adapt to changing menus and guest preferences.
• Valid food handling and safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with company standards and guest preferences.
• Oversee and train junior chefs and kitchen staff in your section.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration guest feedback and dietary restrictions.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed onboard the cruise ship.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as the dining room and bar, to ensure a seamless dining experience for guests.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including health and safety regulations.
• Continuously strive to improve and innovate in your section, keeping up with industry trends and techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Culinary skills

Education

Culinary degree

Food handling and safety certification

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with company standards and guest preferences
• Oversee and train junior chefs and kitchen staff in your section
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration guest feedback and dietary restrictions
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed onboard the cruise ship
• Collaborate with other departments, such as the dining room and bar, to ensure a seamless dining experience for guests
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including health and safety regulations
• Continuously strive to improve and innovate in your section, keeping up with industry trends and techniques

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Chef de Partie in a high-volume, fine dining establishment (preferrably 4 and 5 star restuarants/hotels)
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of quality
• Ability to adapt to changing menus and guest preferences
• Valid food handling and safety certification