Head Cook at Workforce Group

Job Overview

• The Head Cook is responsible for overseeing food preparation and also ensuring they are they are presented in an aesthetically pleasing way, while also coordinating the overall affairs of the kitchen.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Total management of the kitchen, preparing meals, handling inventory, stock management, making requisitions, costing and overall kitchen activities.
• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment, and ensure the readiness of ingredients used in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen by ensuring cooking utensils are clean before and after each use
• Ensure that food portions and food presentation meet company standards before they are served.
• Monitor Kitchen supplies and re-ordering stock as needed.
• Must be actively involved in menu planning and the training of new staff.
• Follow & Monitor recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standard.
• Follow proper handling and right temperature of all food products.

Requirements

• Level Required: Minimum of High School Diploma
• Area of study Preferred: SSCE / OND in Culinary / Hospitality Management

Experience:

• 5+ professional experience in similar role.

Skills & Competencies

• Business and Industry Knowledge
• Kitchen Inventorty control & stock Management
• Leadership Skills
• Food portioning & Presentation Skills
• Ability to prepare local & continental dishes.
• Proven work experience as a cook
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to read and write is compulsory.
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Multitasking

Success Criteria:

• Quality & timely delivery of order/tasks
• Demonstration of organizational competencies and values
• Alignment with Brand Objectives
• Adaptation to Trends: ability to stay current with industry trends and incorporate relevant innovations into work process.
• Presents/implements reasonable ideas to improve efficiency and support the business strategy.
• Overall commitment to supporting the company’s vision