Job Description

Position summary
Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade
Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Cape Town
Contract: Permanent
EE position: Yes
Introduction
To plan for, prepare and present innovative in-house functions including office breakfasts/lunches and cocktail function products within the Catering Department in line with departmental strategy, for the Head Office Campus.
Job description

• Catering for internal functions including office breakfasts/lunches and cocktail functions
• Assist the Catering Department Manager in collating menu ideas relating to the product strategy and final preparation
• Assist with the ingredients and equipment stock taking
• Maintain stock usage in line with budgets
• Accurately cost all office breakfast, lunches and occasionally, functions catered for
• Gather information on product trends to stay abreast of current trends and remain competitive
• Ensure portion control is implemented by the servery
• Be able to complete costings when needed - to monitor expenses
• Maintain the standards set by IBL Audits
• Assist with managing, coaching and mentoring trainees in the role of main course chef

Minimum requirements
Behavioural Skills:

• Delivering high performance - is focussed on team tasks and objectives
• Driving quality - set high standards for quality and customer service that defines "the difference"
• Connecting people - co-operates and work well with others in the pursuit of business unit objectives and team goals
• Attention to detail
• Hygiene standards / Awareness
• Flexibility
• Functional Competencies:
• A deep understanding of the food service / hospitality industry
• Computer literacy
• Financial acumen

Minimum Qualification:

• 1-2 year relevant diploma or degree with food service / hospitality emphasis

Experience required:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in production/ hotels/ banqueting food service / hospitality industry
• Chef de Partie experience in similar organisation would be advantages

Skills Required