Chef de Partie - Pretoria-East

High end farm to table Restaurant based in Pretoria- East is looking for a Chef d’ Partie.

We are looking for a candidate that is passionate about sustainable, fresh and seasonal menus to amaze the guests with excellent cooking according to the Head Chef’s recipes and specifications.

Duties:

Maintain control of stocks in area of responsibility

Maintain health, hygiene and safety requirements

Control quality, quantity and cost price of all dishes prepared in area of responsibility

Ensure that the area of responsibility is always kept clean and tidy

Ensure that the Sous chef is informed on ingredient orders, maintain par stock levels and accept and store food deliveries according to SOP’s

Ensure proper handling and storage of food in line with HACCP requirements

Ensure that all mise-en-place is always freshly prepared and on time

Ensure that all dishes are correctly garnished, have the correct portion and sized and are presented on the prescribed serving dish in the prescribed manner.

Follow the guidance of the Executive or Sous chef and have input in new ways of presentation or dishes

Put effort in optimizing the cooking process with attention to speed and quality

Help to maintain a climate of smooth and friendly cooperation

Requirements:

Grade 12 & Chef Certificate/Diploma

Own transport with valid driver’s license

Preferably 2-3 years previous experience as a Chef d’ Partie

Stable employment background and able to make a long-term commitment

Excellent interpersonal- & communication skills, written and verbal

Able to work in a team

Ability to maintain a professional working relationship with all departments and across cultures and religions

Comfortable in dealing with very distinguished clientele