We are looking for an experienced and qualified Head Chef to organize the kitchen’s activities. You will be the first in command in the facilities and will create and inspect dishes before they arrive at the customers ensuring high quality and contentment.
Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
Arrange for repairs when necessary
Remedy any problems or defects
Be fully in charge of managing and training kitchen staff
Oversee the work of subordinates
Come up with monthly budgets for the kitchen
Maintain records fot payroll purposes and attendance register
Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers
Organize stock and equipment
Order supplies, cleaniliness and security of kitchen stock
Handle customer complaints and queries.
Proven experience as Head Chef
5 or more years of experience in a similar role
Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
Outstanding communication and leadership skills
Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
Credentials in health and safety training
Degree in Culinary science or related certificate
Experienced and qualified candidates to send CVs on email hr@thesprout.co.zw, Only shortlisted candidates are to be contacted. All CV's and supporting documents to be in pdf format.