Job Description

Job Summary
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5* Game Reserve
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Grahamstown
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area is looking for a
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Senior Head Chef
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to deliver an unforgettable experience for guests that will exceed all their expectations.
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The
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Senior Head Chef
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provides
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strategic leadership
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across multiple
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kitchens / lodges
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, ensuring
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culinary excellence
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, operational
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efficiency
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and
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staff development
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food philosophy
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drive innovation
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Duties:
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Oversee culinary operations across properties or departments.
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Develop and implement food strategies and SOPs.
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Mentor Head Chefs and Sous Chefs.
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Monitor quality, cost control, and guest satisfaction.
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Represent the culinary team in executive meetings.
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Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
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Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
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Approve and "polish" dishes before they reach the customer
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Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
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Arrange for repairs when necessary
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Remedy any problems or defects
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Be fully in charge of hiring, managing, and training kitchen staff
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Oversee the work of junior chefs
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Rostering of all chefs
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Maintain records of payroll and attendance
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Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
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Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between coworkers
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Requirements:
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Grade 12
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A formal culinary qualification
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Executive-level culinary and management skills.
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At least 10+ years in hospitality kitchens.
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Strong leadership and mentoring ability.
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Business acumen and strategic thinking.
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Inspirational and decisive.
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Committed to excellence and innovation.
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Collaborative and forward-thinking.
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Proven success in senior leadership roles.
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Proven experience as Head Chef
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Exceptional proven ability in kitchen management
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Ability to divide responsibilities and monitor progress
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Outstanding communication and leadership skills
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Up to date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
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Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS, Sage)
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Credentials in health and safety training
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