UMHLANGA - Large Corporate Company is seeking a qualified and experienced Production Manager / Head Chef to join there extensive team.

Main Responsibilities:

Day to Day Operation of the Kitchen.  Dealing with suppliers and any individual that needs assistance from management. Ensuring guest satisfaction at all times.         

Manage the Kitchen Brigade Training Staff and improving their skills on a continuous basis

Encouraging Chefs to give their input for new ideas and improving the kitchen

Discipline of staff.

Resolving staff issues.

Conducting weekly staff meetings.

Ensure Kitchen is aware of upcoming dietary requirements or any additional events in advance

Dealing with guest complaints and putting corrective training in place. Completing orders for the kitchen and ensuring correct par stock level is maintained

Weekly menu Planning

Developing new menus and training. Menu costing

 Behavioural/Technical Competencies:

• Strong Business Acumen
• Interpersonal skills
• Time Management skills
• Fully computer literate
• Honest and reliable
• Attention to detail
• Innovative approach to streamlining systems
• Communication & organisational skills
• Strong judgement and problem solving skills
• Flexibility with regards to working hours
• Client service orientated
• Business Management principles

• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent level of competence, an advantage
• Min of 5 yrs exp in a similar role

• Knowledge of legislation relevant to the industry

Valid driver’s Licence and own vehicle a must

Ref: KZN000357/AK