Safari JOBS is searching for a Patry Sous Chef for a world-renowned 5* safari property situated in a prime area of Mpumalanga.
The main role of the Patry Sous Chef is to be responsible for the management of the kitchen under the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in line with the establishment's standards of excellence and SOP.
Minimum Requirements:
Clear criminal record and excellent employment track record;
A minimum of 3 years of cooking experience in a medium-sized kitchen;
Understanding of the kitchen procedures and timing requirements able to plan accordingly;
Wide food knowledge able to design menus;
Awareness of dietaries;
Ability to train and oversee staff, with basic knowledge of labour legislation;
Passion for the industry and willingness to grow;
Ability to receive feedback;
Understanding of Hygiene protocols and equipment;
Sound knowledge of cleaning methods and products;
Knowledge of safety procedures and the use of firefighting equipment;
First-Aid training (Provided by company);
Care in personal hygiene and grooming;
Stamina for physical activity;
Nationality or valid working visa.
Responsibilities:
Ensuring the ultimate food experience of the guests, in line with the food concept of the lodge;
Supervise the quality of food produced and served in a hygienic manner;
Designing of the menu – follow and implement new food concept;
Monitoring the quality and care of equipment and product;
Minimising breakage;
Implementing and maintaining health and safety procedures;
Strategic management of food to reduce waste such as portion control and stock rotation;
Training and development of other staff;
Assist with stocktakes, orders, and the management of sections of the kitchen when required;
Communication with department teams to ensure that guests' needs are met and operations run effectively;
Handover responsibilities and requests to the next shift coming on duty and ensure that a handover is received from the previous shift when coming on duty;
Active participation and support of the establishment's conservation message and purpose.
Salary and Benefits:
CTC. NEG. DOE & Qualifications: Please advise your minimum salary expectation upon application;
Onsite accommodation and staff transportation; Meals on cycle, Uniform, Complimentary water & electricity; Room cleaning service; WiFi; Discounted staff flight rates; Medical aid contributions; Provident fund contributions; Annual bonus at the discretion of management; Annual salary review; Gratuities from guests or share in the general gratuity pool (TBC if included for this role);
Work cycle: 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off + annual leave of up to a maximum of 24 days.
Application Process:
South African Citizen or Expat with valid working visa may apply.
Any finer details will be discussed directly with short-listed candidates.
TO APPLY:
Through this platform please send your CV (Word doc / editable PDF ONLY) – completely up to date as at AUGUST 2024. Within your CV please ensure the following is included:
Photo: RECENT head & shoulders photo;
Career history: COMPLETELY up-to-date & including periods worked at each employer;
References: Contactable references for all employers at positions held within the last 10 years;
IF YOUR APPLICATION IS SHORT-LISTED:
Safari JOBS will be in touch with you ASAP to arrange a screening call / interview with you, and to collect the following additional information potentially needed to accompany applications to the employer. (So please have this info ready on file to send us ASAP if requested)
WRITTEN REFERENCES: If you have any readily available to share;
QUALIFICATIONS: Copies of most pertinent/ relevant related certificates, diploma's etc;
OTHER: ID copy, copy of most recent payslip / proof of income, drivers licence if available / required;
Safari JOBS thanks you in advance for applying for this vacancy. Should you not hear from us within 5 working days please kindly consider your application unsuccessful for this particular position.
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