Department: Kitchen

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

The Senior Sous Chef is responsible for the majority of the duties and responsibilities of the Executive Chef, such as inventory, kitchen team management, and food preparation. Additionally, responsible for the smooth running of the kitchen and managing areas of profit, stock, wastage control, hygiene practices and training within the kitchen.

Assist with developing menus, food purchase specifications and recipes. Supervise kitchen team and pass management.

Maintain the highest professional food quality and sanitation standards.

KEY TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication in English.
• Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good record of kitchen management at a similar establishment
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
• Capable of delegating multiple tasks
• Keep up with cooking trends and best practices
• Ability to interact positively with supervisor, management, coworkers, members, and the public to promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach.
• Ability to produce a high volume of work promptly, which is accurate, complete, and of high quality.
• Ability to come to work regularly and on time, follow directions, take criticism, get along with co-workers and supervisors, treat co-workers, supervisors, and members/guests with respect and courtesy, and refrain from abusive, insubordinate, and/or violent behaviour.
• Ability to work long hours, under high pressure, and physically demanding at times.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong Managerial Skills
• Experience in a similar position for 2+ years
• Non-Smoker
• SA Citizens only

Please send a short CV to: cv@lanzerac.co.za
Subject line: Senior Sous Chef
Include your basic salary expectations