Chef de Partie - Luxury Coastal Hotel - Ballito

Pay

R 8 000 per month

Type

Permanent

Experience

1–3 years

Level

Mid-level

Sector

Hospitality & Catering

Closes

in 56 days

Recruiter

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About the role

Our client is seeking a passionate and capable Chef de Partie (CDP) to join the culinary team at a luxury coastal hotel in Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team as part of a new opening, making it particularly suited to a chef who enjoys helping establish standards, working within a developing kitchen team and contributing to a high-quality guest dining experience from the outset.

The Chef de Partie will take responsibility for an allocated kitchen section while supporting the senior culinary team with daily preparation and service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare and cook dishes according to required recipes and standards
• Take responsibility for mise en place within the allocated section
• Maintain excellent food quality, consistency and presentation
• Ensure smooth and efficient service during busy periods
• Follow portion and plating standards
• Maintain correct food storage, labelling and rotation
• Follow FIFO procedures and minimise unnecessary food waste
• Assist with stock control and communicate shortages
• Cater for dietary requirements and special guest requests
• Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene and food-safety standards
• Keep workstations, equipment and storage areas clean and organised
• Support junior kitchen team members where required
• Work closely with senior chefs and the wider culinary team

Contribute positively to the standards and culture of a new hotel operation

What they're looking for

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Demi Chef de Partie or similar professional kitchen position
• Relevant culinary qualification advantageous
• Hotel, restaurant or quality hospitality kitchen experience
• Sound cooking and food-preparation skills
• Good understanding of mise en place and section management
• Strong attention to food presentation and consistency
• Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety
• Understanding of stock rotation and waste control
• Able to work efficiently under pressure
• Reliable, hardworking and team focused
• Professional attitude and willingness to learn
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends and public holidays

Salary & Position

• Salary: R8,000 per month
• Location: Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal
• Employment: Permanent
• Property: New Opening

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