Event Chef de Partie

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Sur place; ZAR 201 000 - 268 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Exposure to prestigious events

Professional development and training

Supportive kitchen environment

Team camaraderie

Memorable culinary experiences

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Event Chef de Partie for our premier catering operations in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will manage a specific kitchen section, ensuring high-quality dishes for intimate dinners to large functions.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in a similar role, strong culinary technique skills, and a commitment to food safety. Shift flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of culinary techniques and food preparation methods relevant to event catering.
• Proficiency in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure, managing multiple tasks.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends, as required by event schedules.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and cook dishes within your designated section, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery.
• Execute menus to the highest standards, adhering to recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Manage your section effectively, including mise en place, stock rotation, and cleanliness.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior chefs and kitchen staff.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and improvements to kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure smooth kitchen workflow during service.
• Manage inventory for your section, reporting any shortages or issues.
• Uphold the company's reputation for culinary excellence in all aspects of your work.
• Ensure all equipment in your section is properly maintained and cleaned.

Connaissances

Culinary techniques

Food safety

Under pressure

Teamwork

Communication

Event catering

Formation

Culinary qualification from a recognized institution

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a premier catering and events company renowned for its culinary excellence in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking a skilled and passionate Event Chef de Partie. This role is perfect for a dedicated chef looking to advance their career in a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment, specializing in high-quality event catering. You will be responsible for managing a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring the consistent preparation and high standard of dishes for a variety of events, from intimate dinners to large-scale functions. Working within the beautiful Stellenbosch region, you'll contribute to creating unforgettable dining experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a creative approach to food, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining impeccable standards of hygiene and organization. Join a team committed to culinary innovation and exceptional guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes within your designated section, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery.
• Execute menus to the highest standards, adhering to recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Manage your section effectively, including mise en place, stock rotation, and cleanliness.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior chefs and kitchen staff.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and improvements to kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure smooth kitchen workflow during service.
• Manage inventory for your section, reporting any shortages or issues.
• Uphold the company's reputation for culinary excellence in all aspects of your work.
• Ensure all equipment in your section is properly maintained and cleaned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Chef de Partie or Commis Chef in a similar catering or restaurant environment.
• Strong understanding of culinary techniques and food preparation methods relevant to event catering.
• Proficiency in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure, managing multiple tasks.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• A passion for food and a commitment to quality and presentation.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends, as required by event schedules.
• Culinary qualification from a recognized institution is preferred.
• Located in or able to reliably commute to Stellenbosch, Western Cape.
• A proactive attitude and a desire to learn and grow within the culinary field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work with a highly respected catering company in the Western Cape.
• Exposure to a wide variety of prestigious events.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive kitchen environment and team camaraderie.
• Be part of creating memorable culinary experiences.