Venue Chef for a function venue in the winelands

Leipzig Country House & Winery, a popular wedding and function venue & winery situated between Worcester and Robertson is looking for a passionate venue chef to join their team. Leipzig Country House & Winery will offer a competitive remuneration package for the successful candidate.

Responsibilities:
• Food & Drink Orders, Purchasing and Stock Control of Kitchen and Bar
• Menus, Costings
• Management of Kitchen Staff
• Hygiene of Kitchen
• Wedding/ Conference / Special Event Catering for up to 130 PAX
• Breakfast & Dinner for Guests House guests


Requirements:
• Must have 2-5 years’ experience in catering for functions/weddings
• Culinary Qualification
• Preferably 22-40 without any dependents
• A passion for cooking food with fresh produce and herbs out of our gardens
• Innovative and attention to detail
• Passionate about food and wine pairings
• Calm Temperament
• Be willing to relocate/ live in the countryside
• Excellent leadership skills to manage kitchen team
• Computer Literate – MS Excel, MS Word
• Fluent in English & Afrikaans –written and verbal
• Well-presented and excellent communication skills
• Team Player
• Own transport, valid driver license
• Live on premises in a beautiful cottage among vineyards
• Must be willing to work long hours, public holidays and weekends as required by the industry


Please note, that we can only consider candidates, who are South African Citizens or hold valid South African Permanent Residence Status. Candidates who reside in the Western Cape would be preferred.

If your application is successful you will be contacted within 10 days of submission.