Head Chef/ Baker at Cafe Neo

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals in line with agreed menu.
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring 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 and manage affairs of kitchen
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Take charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff’s workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between coworkers

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience as Chef
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability to multitask
• 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.