Head Chef

Bushwise; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality services company seeks a qualified Head Chef in Cape Town, South Africa. The role is hands-on, ensuring high standards in food production and hygiene. Key responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, maintaining stock levels, and ensuring timely meal preparation. The ideal candidate will have experience in similar roles, excellent management and communication skills, and attention to detail. An organized and professional demeanor is essential to thrive in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in equivalent job roles required.
• Punctual, organized, and trustworthy.
• Ability to motivate and manage staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the preparation of all food.
• Ensure meals are produced on time and in sufficient quantities.
• Oversee and monitor the work of kitchen staff.
• Manage kitchen stocks to prevent wastage.

Skills

Management of kitchen staff

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Chef

Job description

The Head Chef is responsible for ensuring that the standard and quality of the food production and the hygiene within the department is maintained at the highest level at all times. This role is very much hands-on, requiring attention to detail and a positive work attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the preparation of all food
• Ensure all food is prepared as per food preparation requirements
• Ensure meals are produced on time, and sufficient quantities are available for the various areas
• Maintain stock levels of all kitchen supplies
• Be available for functions as they arise to ensure that the food is prepared and served as required
• Oversee and supervise all kitchen staff
• Ensure all staff are aware of their duties and what is expected of them
• TEach new staff skills they require to perform their roles to the required standard
• Delegate duties to kitchen staff as per the menu requirements
• Oversee and monitor the work of kitchen staff to ensure all tasks are done as required
• Give staff feedback on their performance to enable staff development
• Ensure any staffing issues are resolved fairly and quickly
• Manage kitchen stocks
• Ensure wastage is minimised by careful supervision of food preparation methods
• Ensure proper hygienic storage methods are utilised to prevent food loss
• Oversee the ordering and control of stock levels
• Ensure catering staff are working safely at all times
• Ensure staff are aware of and follow safe work practices at all times
• Assist other staff in the cleaning of the kitchen at the end of the shift
• Ensure his/her own work station is kept clean and hygienic at all times

Requirements

• Qualified Chef
• Experience and success in equivalent job roles
• Punctual, organised and trustworthy
• Professional appearance
• Ability to manage other people
• Ability to motivate staff
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to resolve conflict in a constructive manner
• Ability to solve problems and think-on-your-feet