Cedar Wood Recruitment is now recruiting for our client, a luxury lodge based in Hoedspruit for a dynamic & innovative Head Chef.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Formal Chef QualificationAt least 3+ years Chef Experience required in 5 star hotels, lodge or at a busy restaurantProven experience as a chef with a strong background in leadership or a supervisory role.International exposure is a plusKEY OUTPUTS:Service and Kitchen ManagementRun and supervise the entire kitchen operationWork with the Executive chef to ensure standards and goals are metEnsure all menus are followed and food standard is excellent at all timesSupport the chefs in daily supplies ordering from central storeSupport and train new chefs on certain recipes if necessaryWork with Executive Chef to ensure effective implementation of Chef Academy training programTraining all staff on new menus, new dishes and ensuring that the standard is maintainedContinuous monitoring and control of dishes going outMake personal contact with guests at each mealContinuous encouragement and training of staff to provide the best food experience to guestsBe flexible when receiving unexpected request from guests and ensure you are able to accommodate unusual dietary requirementsWork within operational budgetsStock control measures – including stock rotations and monthly stock take procedures as prescribed by the lodge financial co-ordinatorInvoice InputtingImplement and maintain stringent cleaning measures. This includes daily weekly and monthly cleaning as well as stock receiving.Attend weekly kitchen meeting with FOH and management team to ensure all items relating to the food experience and communicated and tended toPeopleContinuous training and motivation of all kitchen staff – including on the job trainingEnsure all staff understand their responsibilitiesGood communication with:All chefs; including the Executive ChefHeads of DepartmentLodge ManagerSuppliersWork closely with Executive Chef, Lodge Manager and General Manager to implement standards, and staff policiesSKILLS REQUIRED:Spoken and written EnglishComputer literatePAN Strat knowledge advantageousAbility to Cost menu's.Passion for food and the food experienceAbility to lead a team of people effectivelyAbility to run and delegate a pass during busy serviceStrong management skills, day-to-day, and long termThe ability to motivate staff to consistently deliver at a 5 star levelAbility to think and act creatively within a teamGood knowledge of hospitality operations including butler service and rostering of staffAbility to create seasonal menu's showcasing locally sourced ingredients and incorporating flavours to reflect the cultural influences of the region.Ability to work flexiblyAbility to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining attention to detailPERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:PatienceAttention to detail.Self-motivated - to always better the guest experiencePassion for training staff, creating fabulous food, and new ideasGood interpersonal skillsSense of urgencyCreative problem-solving and decision makingPassionate about guest delightingDiligence and self-motivation to meet deadlines and keep on top of your jobWillingness/ability to share information and teach and inspire othersAbility to adapt and have a sensitivity to the culture of the staff + changing environment and demanding schedulesThe successful candidate must be able to work under pressure, have attention to detail, must be accurate, customer focused, and have a positive outlook, excellent team player, committed, hardworking and eager to learn.To Apply please send your full updated cv, head and shoulder photo, food portfolio and written references
