Head Chef at Summit Recruitment and Search

The successful candidate will be responsible for creating quality menus and be able to professionally manage outdoor catering events. He/She must be stress resilient and have a very flexible approach. He/she will be involved in the training of a local team to a high standard and will create innovative and creative menus. Experience in a Fine Dining/Contemporary environment is a MUST as well as International experience!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and apply standard operating procedures
• Ensure that Food cost levels are maintained as specified in the budget
• Develop and create new a la carte, buffet menus
• Prepare proper recipe costing for all menu items
• Ensure consistency in food production
• Be responsible for all production of food items for guests and staff
• Follow new trends in food production
• Responsible to keep all equipment in good working order
• Ensure that cleanliness and hygiene of the workplace and the staff are always of the highest standard
• Recruiting and regularly train the kitchen staff
• Attend management meetings
• Hold regular staff meetings with the kitchen staff
• Meet guests dining in the restaurant during meal times
• Write Weekly and Monthly reports as requested

Qualifications:

• Degree from a reputable institution or relevant discipline
• Minimum 8 years of Chef experience working in an upmarket restaurant
• A passion for good food
• Proficiency in high volume retail with P&L accountability
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Have excellent English communication skills both written and spoken
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Computer literate
• Strong organizational and planning skills