Chef de Partie - Franschhoek

Job Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Chef de Partie to join our team and assist the Sous Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in overseeing the preparation and cooking of food, ensuring that all dishes meet our high standards of quality and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Kitchen Operations:

• Collaborate with the Sous Chef to ensure familiarity with daily requirements and menu changes
• Wash, cut, and prepare food for cooking
• Cook and/or lead the cooking of a large variety of short orders
• Communicate any anticipated shortages promptly to the Sous Chef/Executive Chef
• Properly store leftovers and ensure the kitchen is ready for the preparation of the next meal

Hygiene/Cleanliness:

• Assist the Sous Chef/Executive Chef in supervising and participating in the cleaning of surfaces, equipment, walls, floors, and utensils
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in your designated section of the kitchen
• Adhere strictly to all statutory and company hygiene regulations

Learning and Development:

• Attend training courses and seminars as required
• Provide on-the-job guidance and training to junior cooks/trainees
• Stay updated on cooking trends and best practises

Customer Service:

• Ensure the quality of services aligns with company standards
• Adapt food inventory to meet customer needs

Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Proven experience in a kitchen environment
• Culinary science or related certificate
• Knowledge of current cooking trends and best practises
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Customer-oriented and service-minded
• Customer and Personal Service Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service. This includes assessing customer needs, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
• Public Safety and Security Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Time Management Ability to manage time effectively
• Problem Sensitivity Ability to recognise when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.