Chef De Partie - Franschhoek

HotelJobs; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

HotelJobs in Franschhoek is looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to create nourishing meals using seasonal vegetables from the onsite garden. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong culinary skills, and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role.

You will be responsible for preparing dishes to the highest standards, managing kitchen stock, and ensuring quality control at all stages. Join a dedicated team in a luxury wellness retreat.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years’ experience in a similar position.
• Ability to provide top notch service.
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all necessary stocks are on hand at the right quality and quantity.
• Prepare all dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Pressure handling

Education

Grade 12 Culinary qualifications

Job description

Luxury Wellness Retreat & Hotel close to Franschhoek is looking for a Chef de Partie. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Chef that will be focused on producing dishes from the onsite garden where you will harvest daily to make nourishing meals centred around seasonal vegetables; with protein as a side. The food is fresh, healthy, abundant and flavourful, bringing together the colours of each season. You should hold a calm presence under pressure and have the ability to communicate well with guests, kitchen staff and front of house team members.

Duties

• Ensure all necessary stocks are on hand at the right quality and quantity.
• Ensure all stocks are kept under optimum conditions.
• Ensure detailed daily prep list is written and discussed with your fellow chefs and seniors.
• Ensure all Mise‑en‑place is always freshly prepared and on time.
• Taking care of daily food preparation and duties assigned by superiors.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to the correct recipe and the correct quantity.
• Ensure all recipes being used are up to date.
• Ensure that all dishes reach the pass correctly garnished, the correct portion, taste and flavour.
• Ensure your section is always kept clean and tidy and follow a strict cleaning roster.
• Ensure that any anticipated shortages are communicated promptly to the Sous chef or Head chef.
• Ensure daily check list is done first thing and communicated to your direct senior.
• Ensure each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation and correct temperature.
• Ensure time sheets/attendance register/biometric system are recorded daily.
• Always be flexible to assist in any section or kitchen as needed and instructed by the Executive Chef.
• Ensure proper care is taken when using any kitchen equipment.

Requirements

• Grade 12 Culinary qualifications.
• At least 3+ years’ experience in a similar position.
• Ability to provide top notch 5 service.
• A positive attitude and ability work well under pressure with all culinary staff.
• Does high-quality work while unsupervised.
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Able to safely lift and easily manoeuvre trays of food when necessary.
• Willing to follow instructions and ask questions for clarification if needed.