Franschhoek: Sous Chef (5* Wine Estate) – Franschhoek posted by HotelJobs

5* Wine Estate close to Franschhoek is looking for a passionate and skilled Sous Chef . Were seeking a dedicated professional to join a dynamic kitchen team ; where creativity; quality, and excellence are at the heart of everything they do. Staff transport available from Franschhoek; Paarl and Stellenbosch. Duties: Manages kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage and company policies, standards and procedures. Assists Head Chef with all kitchen operations and preparation. Ensure that the highest standards of personal hygiene are maintained by all members of the department. Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guest requests or events. Develops; designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays. Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards. Controls cost by minimising spoilage, waste and exercising portion control. Operates and maintains all department equipment and reports malfunctions. Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications. Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example. Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position. Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. To attend any training sessions or courses that may be beneficial to you and your department of request of the general administration. Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels and resolve any guest problems or complaints. Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed. Brings issues to the attention of the department manager and Human Resources as necessary. Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings. To have a good knowledge of all hotel facilities and be able to answer guest and staff questions in a quick, polite helpful manner To demonstrate a working knowledge of fire prevention and to follow the hotel evacuation plans. Trains colleagues in safety procedures. Performing other duties as assigned by management Requirements: Matric Diploma in Professional Cookery At least 3+ years 5* restaurant experience in a similar position Able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication in English. Proficiency in the use of MS Office