Candidate Requirements : Must have 3-5 years of experience in a 4* lodge Must be prepared to work in a remote area, including adaptability required in such an environment Valid drivers License & own transport is advised Good computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook) Responsible for the preparation, cooking and presentation of all food items in accordance with laid down minimum standards as required by the company for a 4* Luxury Lodge Responsible for two restaurants, outdoor venues, and all function facilities, which include conference facilities, function facilities & outdoor wedding venue Must be able to do the purchasing, checking of goods and packing of all relevant storage facilities Serve a high-standard buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner and A La Carte as required Ensure quality & efficiency of food & service to customers is at its highest levels always Must be strong in food stock control and keep wastage to a minimum Good financial acumen is required for controls, budgeting & procurement requirements Able to draft staff rosters and staff registers. Manage labor relations as required. Manage large staff complement Manage suppliers & deliveries as required Ensure standards as laid out by the company are upheld at all times by the kitchen Be able to run various functions at the same time Monitor food standards consistently Have a high standard of hygiene Ensure all food service areas are maintained in accordance with company standards & hygiene requirements Management of Food FIFO Reporting of breakages as required Food cost of sales procedures Must be able to work in all kitchen departments and train staff to required levels of efficiency Promote interdepartmental cooperation Must have good leadership skills Management reporting required Manage customer complaints when required Stable track record Reliable, ethical, confidential, motivated, sales orientated, honest, passionate Manage kitchen as a business unit Menu planning as required Reliability & adaptability Planning & organizing a kitchen brigade Eye for detail Stress tolerance Problem analysis Excellent verbal & written communication skills Be guest-centric ensuring great experiences Promote & foster teamwork
