Chief Cook

Roles & Responsibilities

• Handling in the daily operation of the kitchen, including menu development
• Setting up, cleaning, and organizing workstations
• Preparing ingredients for the shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc.
• Checking food and ingredients for freshness.
• Arranging and garnishing dishes.
• Working well under pressure and within the time limit and able to handle multiple food orders at one time
• Ensuring that the kitchen area, equipment and utensils are cleaned.
• Ensure areas of responsibility are clean, tidy and organize
  Assist in monthly inventory counts and record food wastages
  Ensure proper hygiene practices are always followed
• Storing all food properly
• Assist in daily purchasing and receiving of goods.
• Helping lead and inspire our kitchen staff with the restaurant manager.

Requirements:

• Obtained Food Hygiene Certificate
• Proven work experience as Chief Cook
• Minimum 6 years’ experience
• Thorough experience with hot and cold food preparation.
• Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and health codes.
• Ability to use slicers, mixers, grinders, food processors, etc.
• Able to handle work in a fast-paced environment.