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Johannesburg: Executive Chef posted by Dream Hotels and Resorts

Date 2024-12-25
Job Title Executive Chef
Employer Dream Hotels and Resorts
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Category Tourism Hospitality
Location Gauteng
/ Johannesburg

Job Summary

Job Description
As a Resort Executive Chef, you hold a senior leadership position in the culinary team of a resort, overseeing all aspects of food preparation, menu planning, kitchen operations, and culinary experiences for guests.

Responsibilities:

  • Menu Development: Create innovative and appealing menus that align with the culinary vision and concept of the establishment.
    Stay abreast of industry trends, ensuring the menu remains current and competitive.
  • Kitchen Management: Lead and manage the kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants. Organize and supervise food preparation, ensuring quality and consistency.
  • Food Quality and Presentation: Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation. Conduct regular quality checks to ensure consistency and adherence to recipes.
  • Cost Control: Manage food costs through efficient menu planning, inventory control, and waste reduction. Collaborate with the management team to set and achieve budgetary targets.
  • Staff Training and Development: Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to enhance their skills and performance.
    Foster a positive and collaborative work environment within the kitchen.
  • Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and sanitation standards. Conduct regular inspections to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Supplier Relations: Establish and maintain relationships with food suppliers and vendors. Source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
  • Creativity and Innovation: Bring creativity and innovation to the kitchen, introducing new dishes and culinary techniques. Stay informed about culinary trends and incorporate them into the menu when appropriate.
  • Customer Satisfaction: Collaborate with the front-of-house staff to ensure a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for guests. Address customer feedback and strive for continuous improvement.
  • Event Planning and Catering: Contribute to the planning and execution of special events, private functions, and catering services.
  • Adherence to Regulations: Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, licensing requirements, and other relevant industry standards.
  • Inventory Management: Oversee the management of kitchen inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storage of food supplies.

EXPERIENCE

  • Experience: A minimum of 4 years running a kitchen as an executive chef in a 4 star environment.
  • Proven Track record in kitchens, food development and people management experience
  • Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
  • Culinary science or related certificate
  • Keep up with cooking trends and best practices world wide
  • Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
  • Mastery in delegating multiple tasks
  • Communication and leadership skills
  • Up to date with food and beverages trends and best practices
  • Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets
  • Guest oriented and service minded
  • Culinary school diploma or degree in Food service management, related field
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Executive Chef position available in Gauteng, Johannesburg. This job position was posted by Dream Hotels and Resorts. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2024-12-25 at 13:03:03 in the Tourism Hospitality category

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