Cape Town Region: Head Chef – Cape Town 5* Boutique Hotel posted by ProStaffSelect

ProStaffSelect are excited to announce the Head Chef vacancy now available at this amazing 56 roomed 5-star hotel in the heart of Cape Town. We are in search of an young, innovative, forward thinking and highly creative chef who thinks of his / her feet and eager to inspire others while creating a unique culture of creativity and a hard-work ethic within the kitchen team. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Overseeing daily operations of the staff (approx. 24) and kitchen; • Ongoing creation of innovative new menu items; • Motivating, training and educating all kitchen staff; • Considering the needs of the guests in all decisions; • Ordering and purchasing ingredients and maintaining necessary inventory; • Observing of all safety regulations to ensure employee safety and restaurant cleanliness; • Ensuring guest satisfaction and seek feedback on menu items; • Maintaining quality continually of the culinary product; • Administrative duties related to staff and other management matters. REQUIREMENTS: • Grade 12 and a Formal Cheffing qualification • Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a HEAD CHEF working in 5 star establishments or awarded restaurants; • Proven culinary creativity and innovation; • Strong decision making, organisation & leadership skills; • Proven background in staff management and ability to recruit, train and motivate staff to ensure a satisfactory experience for all guests; • Ability to consider the business aspects and cost control when creating new dishes; • Precision and cleanliness; • Willing to work long and irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays.