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Executive Chef - Kruger National ParkFull job descriptionA going concern in the hospitality industry situated close to Kruger National Park, that serves +/- 500 members and their guests ensuring that 5-star service and catering standards are met at all times is looking for an Executive Chef. The Executive Chef will be responsible for the management and staff in general and are tasked with F&B service in two venues as well as other catering functions.Running two main venues and responsible for all activities and tasks pertaining to F&B management in these areas.Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities at venues - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner service at two venues as required.Menu development - Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standard - Costing of Menus - Standardised Production Recipes.Catering for specific events and member functions when requiredCatering for a Food Delivery Service on the EstateControl and preparation of daily staff mealPerform all kitchen and bar related administrative duties at venuesEstimate food requirements and food / labour costsPurchasing i.e., Sourcing, comparative pricing - Regular price negotiationsStock Data Capture (SDC) - GRV Capturing - Supplier Invoice CapturingDaily sales and stock recon - Weekly trade accountAchieve the required food COS as set out in budgetPOS ImplementationStock Control of Central dry goods store and cold roomsEnsure that all expenses are contained as best as possible to achieve profitabilityImplement and maintain daily consumption and wastage reportsControl labour costs through proper rostering of staff to meet business requirements ionEnsure that all policies and procedures are followed to eliminate theft, stock loss, etc.Recruit and manage kitchen staffSupervise kitchen staffs activities - Keep time and payroll recordsHold regular meetings with kitchen & bar staff, discussing all relevant operational issues, departmental strategy, promotions, etcPerform regular training sessions with staffRectify arising problems or complaintsMaintaining Hygiene standards (HACCP) - Maintain Food Standards - Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standardsCash Ups: Physical waiter and barmen cash ups for both venuesArrange for equipment purchases and repairsRequirements:Relevant qualifications from chefs academies and culinary schools are essential and extensive work experience preferable.The applicant must work well under pressure, be prepared to work long hours on many days including weekends / holidays and have a specific attention to detail.Applicant and family must take into account and carefully consider relocation to Mpumalanga and the remoteness thereof.

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