Grahamstown: Chef de Partie posted by Staff Solutions

An exceptional opportunity has become available at a luxury 5-star lodge near Paterson, Eastern Cape. Our client is seeking a talented and creative Chef de Partie to join their dynamic culinary team. This is a live-in position, ideal for a chef passionate about upmarket, high-quality cuisine in a world-class hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present a variety of authentic, innovative, and high-quality cuisines
• Support the kitchen management team in ensuring the kitchen is fully prepared before each service
• Stay current with culinary trends, industry standards, and company policies
• Ensure proper handling, care, and maintenance of all kitchen tools, equipment, and machinery
• Consistently follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for food preparation and guest service
• Maintain accurate kitchen records and assist in documentation as required
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety, health and safety, and hygiene standards
• Collaborate across kitchen sections to deliver a seamless, high-end guest experience

Requirements:

• Diploma or relevant qualification in Culinary Arts
• Completed commercial cookery apprenticeship or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an upmarket kitchen environment
• Previous experience in a 5-star lodge or hotel essential
• Valid Food Handler Health Card or HACCP/Food Safety Certificate
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Proficient in GAAP POS and Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of food costing and wastage control
• High level of professionalism and sober habits
• Ability to perform well under pressure and work effectively in a team
• Basic knowledge of Food & Beverage Service

live-in excl meals, 3weeks on 1week off, retirement fund and onsite clinic