Western Cape: Chef posted by Par-Avion Exclusive Catering

Key responsibilitiesPreparing, cooking and presenting dishes within your specialtyManaging and training any demi-chef de parties or commi chef working with youHelping the sous chef and head chef to develop new dishes and menusEnsuring you and your team have high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safetyMonitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit marginsRequired SkillsA cool headAn ability to delegate appropriatelyOrganizational flairA grasp of profit margins QualificationsDiploma in professional cookeryA foundation degree in culinary artsAny health and safety and food hygiene coursesWho would it suit?Someone who’s got bags of stamina and enjoys the fast pace of working in a kitchen and hospitality environment. You also need to be able to stay calm and work as part of a team during a frenetic service. You need to be confident enough to manage the commis chefs working with you – and to give them clear instructions.To apply for the position, please forward a motivational letter and an updated CV.**Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 5 days please consider your application unsuccessful**