Franschhoek: Chef De Partie – Franschhoek posted by Phoenix Recruitment

5* Wine Estate close to Franschhoek is looking for a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie. Duties: Assist with mise-en-place preparation, including cutting meat and fish, cooking, and arranging food as instructed by the Sous – or Head Chef. Monitor food quality and presentation, ensuring consistency with the standards set by the Head Chef, and escalating any issues as needed. Assist in preparing food requisitions and coordinate inter-kitchen transfers. Follow and enforce FIFO (First-In-First-Out) procedures for food storage and rotation to ensure freshness and minimize waste. Ensure all food surplus is stored properly and safely at the end of each service. Minimize kitchen waste and control food costs through effective portion control and reducing spoilage. Assist in managing kitchen stock by participating in monthly inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation. Ensure stock takes are completed in a timely manner and that all kitchen inventory is accounted for. Ensure proper handling and usage of kitchen equipment, utensils, and machinery, and provide training to staff when necessary. Attend relevant meetings, training sessions, or courses to enhance your skills and performance within the kitchen. Perform any other duties assigned by the Sous Chef, Head Chef, or Management Requirements: Grade 12 Diploma in Professional Cookery Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position at a 5* property Able to follow recipes and presentation of food and dishes as instructed Ensure cleanliness of the kitchen is up to HACCP standards Ensure the highest quality of food and fresh produce Good organisational and time management skills