Maintain good relationships with customers and suppliers
Strictly follow and adhere to the budget of the restaurant by ensuring that supplies and/or orders are in line with the budget and supervising food and labor cost(s)
Make sure that kitchen safety measures are met and that sanitation practices are carried out to the letter
Make sure that the restaurant keeps up with new trends in the industry
Maintain work schedule for kitchen staff so as to ensure a smooth flow of activities in the kitchen and the restaurant
Make sure that meal is prepared and served to customers in a timely manner
Monitor and maintain stock levels so as to place orders for supplies as at when due
Requirements:
A certification in culinary arts
Any other form of certification in catering would be of added advantage
At least 2 years of work experience as a chef in any good and reputable restaurant
Good and effective communication skills so as to be able to pass ideas across to kitchen staff and also understand what exactly customers wan
Good leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team
Good organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to multi-task and coordinate activities in pressing situations
Good time management skills to complete such tasks and meet set targets
Must be creative and proactive in attending to the various needs of customers.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
A respectable knowledge of food handling and environmental sanitation standards