Function Head Chef

Feedem; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A catering service provider seeks a creative and proficient Function Head Chef to oversee all aspects of food preparation in Johannesburg. You will be responsible for planning and directing food preparation, creating new menus, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience as a Head Chef, possesses strong leadership skills, and is able to manage kitchen staff effectively. This role demands compliance with nutrition and sanitation regulations while maintaining a professional approach with customers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Function Head Chef in preparation and cooking.
• Proven working experience as a Head Chef.
• Excellent record of kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and functions.
• Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff's activities.

Skills

Communication and leadership skills

Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently

Keep up with cooking trends and best practices

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in the food industry

Job description

Job Title

Function Head Chef

Job Location

Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline

December 25

Job Advert Summary

We are recruiting for a creative and proficient Function Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, to overseeing and maintain complete control of the kitchen.

The Function Head Chef will be responsible for planning and directing food preparation and modifying menus or create new ones that meet quality standards of the Unit.

We provide a wide range of catering and associated services to clients in all industries.

We customise our catering and services according to their needs.

Our services are offered with confidence as everything we do is underpinned by an ethical code and full compliance with all the relevant industry standards and regulations.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent in the food industry
• Experience in a corporate environment
• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Function Head Chef in preparation and cooking
• Proven working experience as a Head Chef
• Excellent record of kitchen management
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
• Capable of delegating multiple tasks
• Communication and leadership skills
• Keep up with cooking trends and best practices

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and functions
• Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards
• Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs
• Supervise kitchen staff's activities
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Recruit and manage kitchen staff
• Rectify arising problems or complaints
• Give prepared plates the "final touch"
• Perform administrative duties
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Keep time and payroll records
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Closing Date

/ 12 / 05