Head Chef

Duties:
 
Act as the Head Chef & Kitchen Management
Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations
Lead, train and manage the kitchen team
Ensure consistent quality, presentation and portion control
Manage ordering, stock control and food costs
Plan and oversee preparation and service
Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene, Health & Safety and food standards
Minimise wastage and ensure efficient kitchen systems
Maintain and continuously improve Harvest House’s food standards
Work closely with management to ensure a smooth and successful operation
Able to create pesto’s, pastas, pickles, sauces in house
 
Requirements:
 
Grade 12
A formal culinary qualification
Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior kitchen manager
Confident leading a team
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
Takes pride in their food and kitchen standards
Understands food costing, stock control and kitchen systems
Can remain calm and effective in a busy service
Hands-on, reliable and takes ownership
A passion for the hospitality industry and creating great food