Corporate Chef

The Royal Portfolio; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality group in Cape Town is seeking a Chef to manage the kitchen operations at Primrose House. The role involves overseeing food preparation and service while ensuring high standards of quality and hygiene. You will be responsible for menu planning and maintaining stock levels, alongside fostering team communication. Ideal candidates should possess a Culinary Arts degree and extensive experience in a high-end dining environment. A South African citizenship or valid work permit is essential for applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years certification in Culinary Arts.
• At least 1 years’ experience in a CDP position.
• Experience in a 4* or 5* restaurant or hotel.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the company kitchen.
• Oversee food preparation, service, and menu planning.
• Ensure high standards in food quality and safety.

Skills

Creative cooking skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Ability to multitask

Attention to detail

Education

Tertiary qualification in Culinary Arts Degree

Job description

As the Chef at Primrose House, you will manage the daily operations of our company kitchen and dining room, ensuring exceptional quality and service. As a business driven by our company purpose, "To give our guests a complete experience and a perfect stay", your role involves providing weekday lunches and any special occasion or event catering as needed for a team of hospitality professionals.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up the Canteen kitchen (equipment and accessories) as needed in order to meet deliverables and exceed expectations.
• Oversee daily canteen operations, including food preparation, service and menu planning (always offering light, healthy lunch time meal choices).
• Ensure high standards in food quality, safety, and hygiene.
• Manage stock levels, place orders, and control food costs.
• Consider differing dietaries/ food restrictions to ensure there is sufficient choice for all.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices.
• Maintain smooth communication between Personal Assistants, Facilities Co-ordinators and Office Cleaners.
• Handle any asset or maintenance issues promptly and action as required.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Tertiary qualification in Culinary Arts Degree with minimum 3 years certification.
• Must have at least 1 years’ experience in a CDP position.
• Must have worked in a 4* or 5* restaurant or hotel, with a banqueting focus.
• Creative cooking skills, with a focus on sustainability and healthy lifestyles.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to multitask with exceptional time-management.
• Must be independent and self-motivated.
• Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication and attention to detail.

It is important that the candidate is able to work as part of a team and is a good cultural fit for The Royal Portfolio.
South African citizenship is advantageous. A valid work permit is essential if you are not in possession of a South African ID document.
Please note it is a condition of employment, that all staff undergo a pre-employment polygraph test.