Head Chef (Ngala Safari Lodge)

SUMMARY:
Head Chef to oversee the kitchen for &Beyond Ngala Safari Lodge.

POSITION INFO:

We are looking for a dynamic & innovative Head Chef to oversee the kitchen for &Beyond Ngala Safari Lodge. We are seeking a candidate to lead and train a kitchen team in order the achieve guest satisfaction in a high-end hospitality environment.

KEY OUTPUTS:

Service and Kitchen Management

• Run and supervise the entire kitchen operation for Ngala Safari Lodge.
• Work with the Executive chef to ensure standards and goals are met
• Ensure all menus are followed and food standard is excellent at all times
• Support the chefs in daily supplies ordering from central store
• Support and train new chefs on certain recipes if necessary
• Work with Executive Chef to ensure effective implementation of Chef Academy training program
• Training all staff on new menus, new dishes and ensuring that the standard is maintained
• Continuous monitoring and control of dishes going out
• Make personal contact with guests at each meal
• Continuous encouragement and training of staff to provide the best food experience to guests
• Be flexible when receiving unexpected request from guests and ensure you are able to accommodate unusual dietary requirements
• Work within operational budgets
• Stock control measures – including stock rotations and monthly stock take procedures as prescribed by the lodge financial co-ordinator
• Invoice Inputting
• Implement 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 to

People

• Continuous training and motivation of all kitchen staff – including on the job training
• Ensure all staff understand their responsibilities
• Good communication with:
  • All chefs; including the Executive Chef
  • Heads of Department
  • Lodge Manager
  • Suppliers

• Work closely with Executive Chef, Lodge Manager and General Manager to implement standards, and staff policies

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Formal Chef Qualification
• At least 3+ years Chef Experience required in 5 star hotels, lodge or at a busy restaurant
• Proven experience as a chef with a strong background in leadership or a supervisory role.
• International exposure is a plus

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Spoken and written English
• Computer literate
• PAN Strat knowledge advantageous
• Ability to Cost menu’s.
• Passion for food and the food experience
• Ability to lead a team of people effectively
• Ability to run and delegate a pass during busy service
• Strong management skills, day-to-day, and long term
• The ability to motivate staff to consistently deliver at a 5 star level
• Ability to think and act creatively within a team
• Good knowledge of hospitality operations including butler service and rostering of staff
• Ability to create seasonal menu’s showcasing locally sourced ingredients and incorporating flavours to reflect the cultural influences of the region.
• Ability to work flexibly
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining attention to detail

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Patience
• Attention to detail.
• Self-motivated - to always better the guest experience
• Passion for training staff, creating fabulous food, and new ideas
• Good interpersonal skills
• Sense of urgency
• Creative problem-solving and decision making
• Passionate about guest delighting
• Diligence and self-motivation to meet deadlines and keep on top of your job
• Willingness/ability to share information and teach and inspire others
• Ability to adapt and have a sensitivity to the culture of the staff + changing environment and demanding schedules

The 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.

Single and couple applicants will be considered for this position.

This is a live in position based at Ngala Safari Lodge.

We reserve the right to not make an appointment.

NB! This job is now closed. You can apply for other jobs by uploading your CV.