Kitchen Manager, Maitland

Howland Recruiting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A kitchen management firm in Cape Town is seeking a Kitchen Manager who is also a qualified Chef to manage daily operations of a busy prep kitchen. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years’ experience, strong culinary skills, and the ability to work irregular hours. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to grow with a dynamic team

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience managing a prep kitchen.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport required.
• Ability to work irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage all kitchen operations and staff.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations.
• Control stock and ensure food quality.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards.
• Train and motivate kitchen staff.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Food safety and hygiene knowledge

Management experience

Education

Qualified chef

Job description

My Maitland based client is looking for a Kitchen Manager who is also a qualified Chef to oversee and manage the daily operations of their busy prep kitchen. You will need at least 3 years’ experience managing a prep kitchen, a valid driver’s license and your own transport and open to working irregular hours.

Requirements :

• Qualified chef with strong culinary skills
• 3 - 5 years’ experience managing a professional kitchen - preferably in a prep / production environment
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
• Valid driver’s license and own transport
• Able to work irregular hours

Bonus :

3 years’ experience managing a prep kitchen

No work on Sunday

Benefits :

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to grow with a dynamic team

Working Hours : Mon - Sat 06 : 00 - 16 : 00

Responsibilities :

Manage all kitchen operations and staff

Oversee daily operations

Stock control

Food quality control

Equipment maintenance

Staff management

Oversee food preparations and portioning

Maintain hygiene, safety and food quality standards

Stock control, ordering and waste management

Train and motivate kitchen staff to deliver high standards

Ensure prep schedules are met and production runs smoothly

Forward a detailed CV immediately so as to ensure you don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity!

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