Chef De Partie I Restaurant & Deli I Cape Town

HotelJobs; Cape Town; Sur place; ZAR 180 000 - 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

HotelJobs in Cape Town seeks an experienced chef to join a farm-to-table restaurant, deli and butchery. You will be hands-on, manage your kitchen section and ensure dishes are prepared and presented to a high standard using quality ingredients.

Strong grilling skills and meat preparation knowledge are essential. You will work with premium cuts, maintain HACCP and hygiene standards, and guide junior staff in a busy, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary qualification is advantageous.
• Experience in a professional kitchen at Chef de Partie level or senior section.

Responsabilités

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running and organization of your designated kitchen section.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes consistently, ensuring quality, flavor and presentation meet standards.
• Demonstrate confidence on the grill with correct temperatures and timing.
• Handle and prepare quality meats, understanding different cuts and cooking methods.
• Work with fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and maintain kitchen organisation.

Connaissances

Grilling skills

Meat preparation

Kitchen section management

Team leadership/training

HACCP & food hygiene

Formation

Culinary qualification

Description du poste

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Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running and organization of your designated kitchen section.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes consistently, ensuring that quality, flavor and presentation meet the restaurant's standards.
• Demonstrate confidence and proficiency on the grill, with a strong understanding of cooking temperatures, techniques and timing.
• Handle and prepare quality meats, demonstrating an understanding of different cuts, portioning and appropriate cooking methods.
• Work confidently with fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, making the most of the produce available.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, portion control and presentation throughout service.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen organisation at all times.

Requirements

• A formal culinary qualification from a reputable institution would be advantageous.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally in a Chef de Partie or similar senior section role.
• Strong culinary knowledge and a genuine passion for working with quality ingredients.
• Excellent grilling skills and a sound understanding of meat preparation and cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of premium meats, fresh produce and seasonal menu planning.
• The ability to manage a kitchen section independently while maintaining consistency and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment and able to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Strong organizational, planning and time-management skills.
• A team player with the confidence and ability to guide, train and motivate junior kitchen staff.
• A good understanding of HACCP principles, food safety and hygiene standards.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as operationally required.
• A stable employment history with contactable references.

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