The Main Purpose of the job:

To develop and plan menus, establish recipes and food purchase specifications, coordinate, execute, supervise, and evaluate all the food production activities of a fast-paced operation. The Chef will assist in the management of strategic and day-to-day operations.

Education and Experience required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts is compulsory
• Minimum 5 years’ experience of progressive culinary/kitchen management is compulsory
• Experience working within budget guidelines to deliver results is compulsory

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Knowledge of the catering environment ranging from fine dining to restaurant dining
• Knowledge of South African and industry-specific law
• Strong financial acumen, proven budgetary and food control practices

Key areas of responsibility:

• To develop and plan menus
• Establish recipes and food purchase specifications
• Coordinate, execute, supervise, and evaluate all food production activities of a fast-paced operation
• Assist in the management of the strategic and day to day operations of the operation
  

Empact Group is committed to Employment Equity in line with legislation and will give first preference to candidates as per Equity requirements.

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