Sous Chef (Banqueting)

SUMMARY:

NOW RECRUITING - SOUS CHEF (Banqueting)

We are looking forward to receive your online application!

POSITION INFO:

We are now accepting applications for a Sous Chef to oversee the butchery and artisanal production of butchery products (including seafood and poultry).
 
The ideal candidate will be passionate about doing all kinds of weird and wonderful things to all kinds of meat that is offered on the property, will act with integrity, will be dependable, and can achieve goals without close supervision.
 
The main responsibilities of this role is to:

• Prepare and portion meat components per outlet, according to specified menus, standards and in line with costing,
• Sourcing of new products,
• Ensure the offering is at all times 5-star and beyond,
• Production of stocks, sauces and preserves for the resort,
• Control purchasing and sourcing of new suppliers in line with our “support local” drive,
• Control financial side of this department, e.g. stock takes, issuing of stock, budget / expense control, etc.,
• Care of operating equipment – cleaning, repair, storage,
• Ensure health & safety requirements are met, including FCS standards, recycling, pest control & general waste management.

• Mathematical, forecasting, management and administrative competencies,
• Customer service,
• Sales / buying of meat produce – balancing quality and quantity, seasonality, etc.
• Creativity,
• Quality of product delivered consistently and timeously,
• Ability to be productive in a fast paced, highly pressurised environment,
• Physically fit and able to lift, carry and handle / heavy large utensils and food produce,
• Working extended and flexible hours (including functions as and when required).

• Grade 12 or equivalent,
• Formal Chef’s training, coupled with at least 3 years’ working experience in a quality 5-star kitchen with exposure to and knowledge of sourcing and working with quality produce,
• Butchering experience is essential,
• Knowledge of and experience in smoking, curing and preserving products, as well as charcuterie is essential.

NB! This job is now closed. You can apply for other jobs by uploading your CV.