Corporate Staffing Head Chef Job

Head Chef Job, Current Hotel Jobs In Kenya,

Location: Kitui,
Gross Salary: Kshs 50-60K,
Report to: General Manager,

Our client is an established hotel in Kitui, they are seeking to hire a Head Chef who will be responsible for ensuring that the standard and quality of the food production and the hygiene within the department is maintained at the highest level at all times. This role is very much hands-on, requiring attention to detail and a positive work attitude

Key Responsibilities

Supervise the preparation of all food

• Ensure all food is prepared as per food preparation requirements and hygiene policies
• Ensure meals are produced on time, and sufficient quantities are available for the various areas
• Maintain stock levels of all kitchen supplies
• Prepare daily pastry and bakery requirements as per the menu
• Be available for functions as they arise to ensure that the food is prepared and served as required

Oversee and supervise all kitchen staff

• Ensure all staff are aware of their duties and what is expected of them
• Teach new staff skills they require to perform their roles to the required standard
• Delegate duties to kitchen staff as per the menu requirements
• Oversee and monitor the work of kitchen staff to ensure all tasks are done as required
• Give staff feedback on their performance to enable staff development
• Ensure any staffing issues are resolved fairly and quickly

Manage kitchen stocks

• Ensure wastage is minimized by careful supervision of food preparation methods
• Ensure proper hygienic storage methods are utilized to prevent food loss
• Ensure the security of kitchen stocks and assets
• Oversee the ordering and control of stock levels
• Pay careful attention to the operating budgets of the department to ensure that costs are controlled to maintain the correct levels of spending

Ensure kitchen staff is working safely at all times

• Ensure staff are aware of and follow safe work practices at all times
• Assist other staff in the cleaning of the kitchen at the end of the shift
• Ensure his/her own work station is kept clean and hygienic at all times
• Assist the Food and beverage Manager as required
• Manage the Food and beverage Department in the F& B Manager’s absence
• Assist the day-to-day running of the department
• Carry out other tasks as required by the Manager

Skills and Abilities Required

• Experience and success in equivalent job roles
• Punctual, organized and trustworthy
• Professional appearance
• Ability to manage other people
• Ability to motivate staff
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to resolve conflict in a constructive manner
• Ability to solve problems and think-on-your-feet
• Willingness to take initiative and make decisions.
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively
• Pastry knowledge will be an added advantage.

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