Job title : Chef De Partie Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : December 04, 2024 Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Job Description Scope of Position: Having completed an apprenticeship and/or achieved trade recognition, a Chef De Partie works as part of the kitchen team engaged in cooking, baking, pastry cooking or butchering duties. This position involves food preparation and presentation with flair for breakfast, lunch and dinner for A la Carte, room service, functions and buffet service.
Maintains a clean and hygienic work environment whilst ensuring a product of high quality and presentation standards. Demonstrates commitment to customer service for internal and external customers.
Specific duties, responsibilities & Key performance areas Responsibilities: Prepare and present menu items showing variety and flair, within the cost margins specified by the hotel.
Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage. Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.
Order necessary foods according to proposed business demands. Consult with Executive Sous Chef/Head Chef/Executive Chef for guidance and authorisation of order.
Liaise with Restaurant employees regarding the availability of menu items, additions to the menu and any relevant changes.
Work with and co-ordinate the work of apprentices in the preparation and production of food as required.
Prepare and ensures availability of mis en place as required.
Support/Coach/Lead & Motivate kitchen colleagues Actively share ideas, opinions & suggestions in daily shift briefings Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate to minimize repeat visits Ensure all kitchen colleagues are aware of standards & expectations Promote Health and Safety at all times ensuring proper hygiene as per municipality requirements, local regulations and brand standards Ensure all grooming, spot check and temperature control sheets are filled as required Maintain cleanliness and proper rotation of product in all chillers Minimize wastage/ spoilage Maintain consistent on the job training sessions for culinary colleagues Liaison daily with Outlet Chefs to keep open lines of communication & guest feedback Strives to maintain & improve all food preparations & presentations Strives to improve TrustYou results for Food Quality Act as an extension of kitchen managers to communicate food consistency & quality Assign and follow – up tasks as dictated by business volumes Performs any other reasonable duties as required by the department head.
Keep all working areas clean and tidy. Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned. Report any problems to the Executive Chef.
Assist and liaise with chef on duty as required.
Qualifications Has worked in a 5 Star Hotel or luxury brand Hotel for a minimum of 1 year.
Culinary School and/or Hospitality diploma would be an advantage Food Hygiene and Safety trained Strong communication skills Enthusiastic and with outgoing personality who is very guest driven Ability to work in a fast paced environment Cook / Catering / Confectionery jobs