Deputy Chefs (3) for (2) High-End Restaurants at Summit Recruitment and Search

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Summit Recruitment & Search was established in to address the recruitment, mass recruitment, executive search, outsourcing and training needs of companies based in Kenya or wanting to enter the Kenyan, East African, South African and African market. We have a leading proven track record in our field in South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rwanda, Nigeria, Zambia, Ghana and many other African countries. We are able to advise on market trends, training requirements, prevailing salaries and offer a complete HR Solution where necessary. Responsibilities Ensuring all ingredients are stored & labelled according to SOPs and verify the stock levels in the kitchen are respected.Ensure mise en place are ready on time as well as maintain a clean space after mise en place.Assist in preparing the team’s schedule to meet quality & operating expenses targets.Organize workflow, maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during the shift.Ensures all kitchen tasks are performed on time & meeting the quality standards during his/her shift.Ensure representatives from the kitchen attend service line ups and meetings.Apply controls to minimize food wastage and theft during shift.Make products/ingredient requisition during shift.Ensure all food safety requirements are maintained in the kitchen during shift.Guarantee all menu items are prepared in accordance with the restaurants SOPs and policies.Adhere to the cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment.Always, immediately and proactively report any issue related to the quality / freshness of ingredient and any need of reports. Qualifications Must have at least five years’ experience as a ChefHave a Certificate/Diploma from a reputable institution.Must have Food handling certificate.Must be thoroughly familiar with safety requirements, safe work practices and health regulations pertaining to food preparation and service.Enjoy cooking and able to organise efficient work schedules.Fluent in spoken and written English and Kiswahili LanguagesGood interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written.Able to work as a leader and as part of a team and have high level of personal cleanliness.Be punctual and excellent time management skills.Honest and attention to detail as well as demonstrate the highest ethical and professionalism.