Stellenbosch: Chef De Partie

Location: Stellenbosch Role Overview: A luxury hospitality group known for sophisticated escapes and unique guest experiences offers dynamic career opportunities to positive, vibrant, and energetic individuals. The role supports the Senior CDP and Head Chef by ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of dedicated kitchen sections, maintaining food quality, and ensuring guest satisfaction through the preparation and presentation of exceptional dishes. Main Responsibilities: Assist with mise en place preparation, including cutting meat and fish, cooking, and arranging food as instructed by the Sous Chef or Head Chef Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure consistency with standards set by the Head Chef, escalating issues when required Assist in preparing food requisitions and coordinate inter-kitchen transfers Follow and enforce FIFO 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 spoilage reduction Assist in managing kitchen stock by participating in monthly inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation Ensure stock takes are completed on time and that all kitchen inventory is accounted for Ensure proper handling and usage of kitchen equipment, utensils, and machinery, and provide staff training when necessary Attend meetings, training sessions, or courses relevant to enhancing performance within the kitchen Perform additional duties assigned by the Sous Chef, Head Chef, or Management Experience and Skills: Minimum 1 year of experience in a 5-star hotel or fine dining environment Basic knowledge of food and beverage service standards Inherent Requirements: Matric Certificate Relevant culinary qualification Preference for candidates from Franschhoek and surrounding areas Strong time management and communication skills Attention to detail Ability to work under pressure