Kitchen Chef

Casela Ltd. is looking for a highly-motivated and skilled candidate on a full-time basis for the position of Kitchen Chef.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation, portioning and garnishment of all foods and ensure a high level of quality and presentation is achieved at all times according to agreed standards.
• Create and develop menu concepts with innovation and creativity that strengthens our business ambitions.
• Analyse and understand consumer purchasing habits to develop menu strategies for continued growth.
• Control food costs and maintain the agreed target set.
• Conduct regularly presentations of new novelties to stay in line with operational trends.
• Manage and oversee all logistics for outdoor catering.
• Oversee and control proper storage, packing and freezing in the food store.
• Provide all employees proper training and counseling as needed in accordance with the company’s policy and procedures.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and plant in good condition and conduct preventive maintenance.
• Ensure high standards of customer service and employee relations.
• Ensure HACCP procedures and practices are maintained in a consistent manner.
• Adhere to health regulations and ensure all conditions and standards are met.
• Perform any other job-related duties.

Candidate’s Profile:

• Hold as minimum Diploma in culinary Art with minimum 5 years of experience in similar position and/or any other relevant qualification
• Excellent Knowledge of food preparation, presentation and preservation.
• Ability to write menus that are both creative and innovative.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Possess good interpersonal skills.
• Be flexible and work odd hours