Head Chef - Nelspruit - Busy Business Hotel - Open To All Sa Demographics! Live-In.

Busy business hotel in Nelspruit is requiring a seasoned Exec Chef - Quality Execution is key!Minimum of 5 years Executive Chef experience within a hotel and/or high-end Catering Environment. Banqueting/Conference chef experience preferredThe candidate needs to be strong on costing & presentations/exhibitionsHCCAP Knowledge and Certification is essential.Open to all demographics, SA Nationals with a clear criminal and clear ITC record.Job scope in general:High presentation standards, excellent attention to detail and the ability to produce appealing and appetizing food items while minimizing waste and maximizing cost.Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service oriented manner.Maintain a friendly and warm demeanour at all times.Manage daily operations of the hotel kitchen which supplies breakfast and all banqueting/conferencing related meals.Create menus and food presentation.Experience of food & beverage monthly stocktakes and food cost percentages.Work closely with the Banqueting Manager and Co-Ordinator to conduct day to day operations smoothlyPerform costings for menu accuracyMinimize spoilage, waste and over production.Regularly review house counts, forecasts and VIP lists.Monitor all Banquet and Catering activity.Maintain all kitchen inventories, maintain required par levels, and purchase food items.Assist in the achievement of departmental objectives and goals.Expedite peak meal periods by maintaining a "hands on" approach.Work within monthly set food cost budget, adjust food requisitions and control waste.Ensure timely set up and that plating/presentation exceed guest expectationsPerforms other activities as assigned by the Head of BanquetingReview food sales for accuracy daily.Maintain an organized and comprehensive filing system with documentation of purchases, vouchering, schedules, forecasts, reports and tracking logs.Must have strong interpersonals killsMust have strong organizational and time management skillsCommand of the English language and excellent communication skills, both written and verbalAble to sit, stand, walk, and climb stairs for extended periods of time/frequently in order to interact with clients and staffBasic computer knowledge of word, excel & emailing.Must have excellent attention to detailAbility to work well in stressful, maintain composure and objectivity while under pressure