Job Summary
This is a well-rounded kitchen role for a confident, experienced chef who brings both technical ability and a genuinely positive, collaborative attitude to the workplace. The successful candidate will take pride in delivering quality food consistently, work well within a team, and be comfortable living and working within a remote reserve environment.
Core Criteria:
- Recognised culinary qualification essential
- Minimum 6 years' experience in a professional kitchen
- Valid driver's licence with the ability to drive confidently
- Computer literate
- Positive attitude, non-negotiable
- Promotes teamwork and harmony in the kitchen, non-negotiable
- Reliable, hardworking, and able to maintain consistent standards across all service periods
- Comfortable living and working in a remote reserve environment
Core Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and execute all meal periods to a consistently high standard
- Ensure consistent food quality, taste, and presentation across all dishes and service periods
- Maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and HACCP standards throughout all kitchen areas
- Ensure all mise en place is freshly prepared, organised, and ready for service at all times
- Monitor stock levels, control portion sizes, and actively minimise food wastage
- Assist with stock receiving, stock rotation, and monthly stock takes
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation throughout all kitchen areas at all times
- Foster a positive, professional, and harmonious kitchen culture at all times
- Communicate effectively with management and all relevant departments
Remuneration & Benefits:
- Live-in position with semi-furnished accommodation provided on the reserve
- Accommodation is within walking distance of the workplace
- Discounted food and beverages