Head Chef

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing daily food preparation and ensuring that every dish that leaves the kitchen meets established quality standards.
• Conceptualisation and design of menus and recipes, and appropriate pricing of products
• Hiring, training, and mentoring kitchen staff, creating duty roasters, and delegating tasks to ensure smooth, efficient service
• Monitoring of food and labour costs, minimising of waste, and managing of kitchen inventory
• Ensuring that all kitchen operations strictly adhere to the highest food hygiene, cleanliness, health, and safety standards
• Coordinating with management and other departments.

Requirements:

• A formal culinary school certificate/diploma/degree
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive kitchen experience
• Extensive knowledge of cooking techniques and flavour profiles
• Ability to lead and motivate staff, resolve conflicts, and foster a collaborative kitchen environment
• Ability to multitask, prioritise, and remain calm under extreme pressure during busy hours.
• Excellent organizational, team-building, and communication skills