Overview
Chef de Partie Jobs in Franschhoekvallei, South Africa at Dream Resorts
Location: Franschhoekvallei
Job Overview:
We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Chef de Partie to join our team and assist the Sous Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in overseeing the preparation and cooking of food, ensuring that all dishes meet our high standards of quality and presentation.
Key Responsibilities:
Kitchen Operations:
Collaborate with the Sous Chef to ensure familiarity with daily requirements and menu changes
Wash, cut, and prepare food for cooking
Cook and/or lead the cooking of a large variety of short orders
Communicate any anticipated shortages promptly to the Sous Chef/Executive Chef
Properly store leftovers and ensure the kitchen is ready for the preparation of the next meal
Hygiene/Cleanliness:
Assist the Sous Chef/Executive Chef in supervising and participating in the cleaning of surfaces, equipment, walls, floors, and utensils
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in your designated section of the kitchen
Adhere strictly to all statutory and company hygiene regulations
Learning and Development
:
Attend training courses and seminars as required
Provide on-the-job guidance and training to junior cooks/trainees
Stay updated on cooking trends and best practises
Customer Service:
Ensure the quality of services aligns with company standards
Adapt food inventory to meet customer needs
Qualifications, Experience, and
Competencies:
Grade 12 or equivalent
Proven experience in a kitchen environment
Culinary science or related certificate
Knowledge of current cooking trends and best practises
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Customer-oriented and service-minded
Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service. This includes assessing customer needs, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Time Management — Ability to manage time effectively
Problem Sensitivity — Ability to recognise when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Title: Chef de Partie
Company: Dream Resorts
Location: Franschhoekvallei, South Africa
Category: Restaurant/Food Service (Food & Beverage, Catering)
