Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef

RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef for a busy restaurant in Gqeberha. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of management experience in a fast-paced kitchen, including skills in menu planning and quality control. This role involves shifts and requires own transport. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years Management / Head Chef experience in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Ability to coordinate and manage a busy kitchen operation.
• Prepared to work shifts and have own transport.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with kitchen staff.
• Ensure preparation, quality control, plating and presentation standards are maintained.
• Forecast supply needs and estimating costs.

Skills

Menu planning

Quality control

Strong planning skills

Meeting deadlines

Education

Matric qualification

Post-Matric qualification in culinary field

Job description

Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef required in Port Elizabeth.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with kitchen staff
• Menu planning
• Ensure preparation, quality control, plating and presentation standards are maintained.
• Forecast supply needs and estimating costs
• Strong planning skills and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ensure the restaurant meets all regulations, including sanitary and safety guidelines.
• Ensure continued efficiency of the kitchen
• Handle queries and complaints

Requirements:

• Must have at least 3+ years Management / Head Chef experience in a fast paced restaurant
• Must be able to coordinate and manage a busy kitchen operation.
• Must have a Matric qualification (or equivalent), as well as a post-Matric qualification relating to the field.
• Own transport
• Be prepared to work shifts