SMI 14791 - Junior Sous / Sous Chefs urgently Needed – Luxury Game Reserves in KwaZulu Natal

Our clients are looking for the Head Chef’s second in command/Assistant, responsible for planning and managing food preparation in the kitchen. Perform a variety of duties including but not limited to planning menus, assisting in training new kitchen staff and recording stock.

You will be responsible for:

• Helping in the preparation and design of all food and drink menus
• Producing high-quality plates both design and taste-wise
• Ensuring that the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality standards
• Filling in for the Head Chef in planning and directing food preparation when necessary
• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation
• Assisting in Managing and training kitchen staff, establishing working schedule and assessing staff’s performance
• Ordering supplies to stock inventory appropriately
• Complying with and enforcing sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers and guests
• Provide support to junior kitchen employees with various tasks including line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating, and assist in training junior cook
• Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Maintaining an excellent record of kitchen and staff management