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The Chef is responsible for the preparation Plan, prepare, and cook meals according to menu requirements and quality standards. The Chef will also be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen with the chef/cook on duty.
Requirements
Certificate / Diploma Chefs qualifications
Grade 12
Work Experience
Cooking and preparing a daily variety of fresh meals
Working experience in private healthcare will be advantageous
Setting standards for others and measuring performance
Be able to monitor time effectively when preparing and cooking food orders to minimize staff/patients wait time and increase kitchen efficiencies
Monitor food orders quality and ensure items are stored appropriately
Knowledge
To collect all items for production at the commencement of each shift
Ensuring that the ovens, flattops, fridges and other kitchen equipment is working sufficiently
Ensuring that dishes are washed by the cleaner on duty and ready before each shift
Understanding the menu and communicating Orders and stock to the supervisor or Manager on duty
Responsible for the preparation and execution of meals to the correct standards
To timeously portion and prepare stock in order for efficient operation
To ensure that the food quality is of high standard – taste, color, consistency, texture, flavor etc.
Responsible for making sure kitchen is cleared and clean before closing
To assist the cooks whenever possible or necessary to build them up and train them
To assist with the organizing, planning and preparation of snacks and meals for special functions and meetings that may take place in house in the Hospital
To ensure that hygiene standards are always maintained, including personal hygiene and general kitchen hygiene
Following daily and weekly cleaning schedules
Following weekly and monthly maintenance inspection routines
To assist with on job training to Chefs/cooks so that all staff are motivated to improve on performance
Reporting any faults or defects to the supervisor on duty, paying particular attention to safety and health hazards
Able to speak, read, write, and understand English
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