<p>Luxury <strong>Game Lodge</strong> in <strong>Nambiti (Ladysmith) area </strong>is looking for a <strong>Head Chef / Executive Chef. </strong></p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><p>Generating revenue and cutting costs</p><p>Controlling weekly orders</p><p>Waste and Breakages Management</p><p>Ensuring the kitchen works as a team</p><p>Training new & current staff members and educating them on the menu</p><p>Act as the Leader in the Kitchen</p><p>Generating revenue and cutting costs</p><p>Ensure that all orders are within the budget</p><p>Creating new menus and recipe development </p><p>Ensure smooth running of service and quality of food</p><p>Maintaining high standards at all times.</p><p>Ensure that the kitchen is clean and up to standard</p><p>Looking after all equipment and company property</p><p>Be aware of and understand the Company policy in respect of sourcing ingredients and ensure all chefs and kitchen staff understands and employ these policies</p><p>The effective use of company documentation ensure that all relevant control procedures are in place</p><p>Manage the agreed food cost targets</p><p>Record and maintain accurate pricing data</p><p>Recommend and promote new menu ideas and special food events</p><p>Ensure the entire kitchen team are aware of their responsibilities in respect of health and safety</p><p>Ensure that the company food hygiene management system is in place and fully understood</p><p>Undertake regular audits of all areas within the kitchen and storage</p><p>With the support of the Management Team equip all members of the kitchen team with the necessary skills and knowledge to enable them to do their job successfully</p><p>Maintenance reporting & following up.</p><p>Taking time out to meet & greet guests.</p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><p>Grade 12</p><p>Professional Cookery Diploma / Degree</p><p>At least 5+ years experience in a similar environment</p><p>Knowledge of different recipes, menus and kitchen equipment, budgets and menu costing </p><p>Knowledge of HACCP standards</p><p>Menu planning and pricing skills</p><p>Fully computer literate</p><p>Excellent cooking techniques and skills</p><p>Fluent in English</p><p>Excellent time management skills</p><p>Able to work under pressure</p><p>Well-groomed and well presented</p>