Head Chef - Bela Bela

Intimate Luxury Lodge close to Bela Bela is looking for a Head Chef.
Responsible for the preparation, cooking and presentation of all food items in accordance with laid down minimum standards as required by the company for a 5* lodge.
Ensure quality & efficiency of food & service to customers is at highest levels always.
Must be able to do the purchasing, checking of goods and packing of all relevant storage facilities.
Ability to manage & oversee all aspects of the kitchen operations, including management of resources, i.e., gas, water, electricity, etc.
Good financial acumen required for controls, budgeting & procurement requirements.
Manage & be responsible for all kitchen staff, ensuring standards are upheld by all.
Manage suppliers & deliveries as required.
Ensure standards as laid out by the company are upheld at all times by the kitchen.
Management of Food – FIFO.
Food cost of sales procedures.
Train staff to required levels of efficiency – assess staff performance & recognise training needs if required.
Requirements:
At least 3-5 years' senior chef experience at 4/5* Lodge.
Grade 12
Further tertiary culinary qualifications.
Valid driver's License & own transport is advised.
Must have good leadership skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Management reporting required.
Manage customer complaints when required.
Valid RSA ID.
Stable track record.
Good computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook).
Reliable, ethical, confidential, motivated, sales orientated, honest, passionate.
Manage kitchen as a business unit.
Menu planning as required