Chef de Partie

Staffsols • Paterson, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Our client, a prestigious 5-star game lodge and private reserve, is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Chef de Partie to join their exceptional culinary team. This onsite role offers the opportunity to work in a hospitality environment, surrounded by natural beauty, while delivering high-quality food experiences to discerning guests. This role is based in the rural Paterson area in the Eastern Cape. Key Performance Areas of this position include: Demonstrate strong culinary knowledge with the ability to prepare a wide range of authentic and innovative dishes. Support the kitchen management team in ensuring the kitchen is fully prepared and ready for service prior to the start of each shift. Stay up to date with industry trends, standards, policies, and best practices. Ensure all kitchen equipment, tools, and machinery are handled correctly and maintained to a high standard. Follow all standard operating procedures to deliver exceptional food quality and consistently high service levels to guests. Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date kitchen records in line with operational requirements. Comply with all food safety, health and safety, and security policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to local legislation at all times. Work collaboratively with other kitchen sections to ensure efficient operations and the delivery of a personalised and high-quality guest experience.

Requirements

• Diploma or other recognised formal qualification in Culinary Arts.
• Successfully completed a commercial cookery apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience preparing high-end or upmarket cuisine.
• Proven experience in a similar role within a five-star lodge or hotel environment.
• Valid Food Handler’s Health Card and/or HACCP / Food Safety certification.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Working knowledge of GAAP POS and Microsoft Excel.
• Sound understanding of food costing principles and wastage control.
• Demonstrate responsible and professional conduct.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of Food and Beverage service standards and practices.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver’s licence will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong culinary knowledge with the ability to prepare a wide range of authentic and innovative dishes.
• Support the kitchen management team in ensuring the kitchen is fully prepared and ready for service prior to the start of each shift.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, standards, policies, and best practices.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment, tools, and machinery are handled correctly and maintained to a high standard.
• Follow all standard operating procedures to deliver exceptional food quality and consistently high service levels to guests.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date kitchen records in line with operational requirements.
• Comply with all food safety, health and safety, and security policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to local legislation at all times.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen sections to ensure efficient operations and the delivery of a personalised and high-quality guest experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees