Sous Chef Kitchen Coordinator & Admin Manager For Award-Winning Fine Dining Restaurant In Stellenbosch

Situated on one of the most spectacular wine estates in Stellenbosch, this multi award-winning fine dining restaurant offers contemporary "art on a plate" that is equally tempting to the eye as it is a "masterful culinary experience". "Simplistic in its execution of dishes, the flavour profiles are without doubt the result of excellent wine & food pairing, in-depth menu development and fine technical finish".
ProStaffSelect
are in search of a supremely creative, talented and
HIGHLY ORGANISED
Sous Chef / Admin Manager and Kitchen Coordinator to take on responsibilities for daily production and kitchen operations. The focus of the cuisine is "light, fresh and elegant" The primary responsibility of this position is to support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef
(ideally female)
- concentrating on kitchen management, food production, training, discipline & development of staff, Admin & orders, food costing and controls – A very STRONG CHARACTER and personality. We are looking for a chef who's willing to take on new challenges in overseeing daily production, supervising the team, controlling standards.

REQUIREMENTS:
Cheffing qualification with at least 4 years experience as a Sous Chef
Strong personality traits with a VERY STRICT / DISCIPLINARIAN style of leadership
Highly organised individual who works SYSTEMATICALLY and excellent with ADMIN
Highly proficient with Point of Sale Systems, BOH and implementing Controls
Confident in working with a variety of dishes, special dietary requirements, Vegan and Vegetarian.
Exceptional knowledge of food preparation and food service within a fine dining environment
Well planned and orderly in delegating duties, work schedules and monitoring staff
Excellent communication skills and Highly Computer Proficient.
Thorough understanding of health and hygiene practices for food handlers
Passion for kitchen management – including all kitchen administration, general hygiene and people management
Strong leadership and management skills with a calm personality when dealing with stressful situations
Computer literacy will be essential in terms of dealing with stocks, menu and recipe costings and gross profits etc