Kendrick Recruitment are currently looking for a talented Chef de Partie for a 5 Star Lodge in Kruger National Park - considered one of the best in Africa!The Chef de Partie provides a service to the kitchen department. The Chef de Partie is fully responsible for the preparation of assigned menu items to set standards and carrying out assigned kitchen duties and is accountable to the Head Chef for these.The main purpose of the Chef de Partie is to ensure that quality food is produced in a hygienic environment. Portion control must be exercised according to the number of guests dining and stock rotation in terms of the mise-en-place used in preparation of dishes.All kitchen equipment must be cared for, with breakages kept to an absolute minimum. Any equipment maintenance issues must be reported to the Head Chef immediately.The Chef de Partie is also responsible to continually grow in terms of kitchen knowledge and skills and to discuss any training requirements with the Head Chef. The Chef de Partie must adhere to health and hygiene standards and ensuring that they play their part in the recycling process.Finally, the Chef de Partie must hand over responsibilities and requests to the next shift coming on duty and ensure that they receive a handover form the previous shift when coming on duty.Minimum Requirements:A minimum of 2 years cooking experience in a CDP positionUnderstanding of kitchen procedure and timing requirements and the ability to plan accordinglyA passion for chefing and kitchen-related duties and be determined to grow in this areaGood communication skillsMatric qualificationUnderstanding of health and hygiene issuesKnowledge of safety procedures and the use of fire fighting equipmentFirst aid trainingThe salary on offer is R 6900 - R 9500 a month (depending on experience) and includes accommodation, meals, uniform as well as company contributions to medical aid and provident. Apply as soon as possible with your CV, a recent photo and your food photos. Good luck!