Private Chef

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a high level of operational discipline
and a sound understanding of food-handling hazards and their appropriate control measures.
The role requires strict adherence to established procedures rules and food safety standards
while actively contributing to and upholding a strong safety culture within the kitchen
environment.
The candidate will also be responsible for ensuring that all assigned tasks are completed
efficiently and consistently each day with a strong focus on preventing injuries incidents and
food safety risks.

• Prepare and adhere to the budget of the residence by ensuring that supplies and/or orders are in line with the budget and supervising food costs.
  
• Make sure that kitchen safety measures are met and that sanitation practices are maintained.
  
• Create new methods and recipes in preparation of meals.
  
• Make sure that meal is prepared and served to clients in a timely manner. Align with the health and cultural preferences of the clients
  
• Maintain good relationship with residents in the home and respectful relationship with other workers within the residence.
  

• A diploma/ degree in Culinary Arts & / or catering from registered institutions.
  
• A minimum of 2 years hands on experience in a busy professional kitchen.
  
• Good leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team.
  
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills.
  
• Efficient budgeting skills and cost saving practices
  
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate activities in pressing situations.
  
• Good time management skills to complete much tasks and meet set targets.
  
• Must be creative and proactive in attending to the various needs of customers. Ability to work late hours working private dinner parties.
  
• Working Knowledge of French Cuisines and dietary information.
  
• A respectable knowledge of food handling and environmental sanitation standards.