Chef De Partie (CDP)

We have an opportunity for an Chef De Partie (CDP) to join our team in Stellenbosch on a full time basis.REQUIREMENTSGrade 12 & Chef Certificate/DiplomaPreferably 2-3 years previous experience as a Chef De PartieExcellent ability to pay attention to detailStress tolerance and able to work under pressureHigh standards of ethical conduct, i.e., honesty, integrity and sensitivityExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsPlanning and organizing skillsReliable, adaptable and flexible with working nights, weekends and holidaysAbility to solve problems and find solutionsSelf-disciplineCustomer focusedThe ability to liaise and work with various cultures and religionsVaccination certificateJob DescriptionPreparing, cooking and presenting dishes within your specialtyMaintain control of stocks in area of responsibilityEnsure that the area of responsibility is kept clean and tidy at all timesEnsure that all dishes are correctly garnished, have the correct portion and sized and arepresented on the prescribed serving dish in the prescribed manner.Managing and training any demi-chef de parties or commis working with youHelping the Sous chef and Head chef to develop new dishes and menusPut effort in optimizing the cooking process with attention to speed and qualityEnsure that the Sous chef is informed on ingredient orders, maintain par stock levels andaccept and store food deliveries according to SOP’sEnsuring you and your team have high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules ofhealth and safetyMonitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins