Kitchen & Procurement Manager

Recruiter:

Phoenix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000070/DB

Date posted:

Saturday, February 15, 2025

Location:

Waterberg , South Africa

SUMMARY:
Luxury Game Lodge in the Waterberg area is looking for a Kitchen & Procurement Manager.

This role requires a combination of strong culinary knowledge, operational skills in a kitchen environment, and expertise in procurement practices, including sourcing suppliers, negotiating prices, and managing inventory to ensure quality and cost-efficiency while adhering to food safety regulations.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities:

Kitchen Management:

Overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations in conjunction with the Executive Chef.
Supervising kitchen staff, assigning tasks, and ensuring quality standards are met
Assist with menu planning, portion control, and recipe adherence
Maintaining food safety and hygiene practices
Monitoring food costs and inventory levels
Stock takes

Procurement Management:

Identifying and sourcing reliable food suppliers
Negotiating prices and contract terms with vendors
Managing purchase orders and inventory levels
Analysing market trends and identifying cost-saving opportunities
Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards

Requirements:

Grade 12 & a formal qualification
Strong culinary background
Experience in kitchen management
Proficiency in food purchasing
Excellent computer skills including POS & Inventory Management programs
Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage budgets and inventory effectively
Budgeting, cost analysis, and profit margin management skills

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