Sous Chef

Par-Avion in Cape Town is hiring Sous Chef Job Type: Seasonal Contract

Qualifications: Grade 12 or equivalent Training at a culinary school is mandatory. Requirements: Should have a valid driver's license with a reliable vehicle as shift work is required Previous experience in the same or similar position in the Formal Hospitality Environment Familiar with all duties and procedures in the Kitchen Reliable, responsible and dependable to fulfil obligations Attention to detail Ability to multitask Show initiative by taking control of tasks Excellent communication skills Friendly and service oriented Good Managerial and Leadership Skills Tasks (include but not limited to): Ensure that standards are met Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations Check the quantity and quality of received products Order or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays Instruct cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers Maintain uniform standards Roster Employees Manage the hygiene of kitchen staff Supervise staff Ordering food supplies Training new employees To apply for the position, please forward a motivational letter, an updated CV with a picture of yourself to ******

**Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 5 days – please consider your application unsuccessful**

Contract length: 3-6 months

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