Chef at DIAMOND TRADING COMPANY BOTSWANA (DTCB)

We are looking for a versatile, driven and dynamic individual to join our team as Chef for a period of six (6) months. The individual will plan and supervise the production and service of food cost effectively.

• Complies with safety, health and environment policies and procedures.
• Plans, prepares, cooks and serves food according to schedule, observing the department’s standards of quality and portion control.
• Requisitions food items according to the menu.
• Maintains sufficient stocks of food and stores them under correct conditions in the chef’s pantry.
• Inspects all dishes leaving the kitchen for presentation and correct temperature according to set standards.
• Assists with the planning of menus, the receiving, checking and storing of supplies according to departmental procedures.
• Issues and records goods as requisitioned by cooks for meals preparations according to the menu schedule.
• Inspects perishable stock for availability and condition.
• Utilises available resources effectively.
• Conducts regular inspections in accordance with the cleaning schedule.
• Keeps all working areas and equipment in a clean and hygienic condition.
• Attends to customer queries and complaints in accordance with procedure.
• Complies with safety, health and environment policy and procedures.

• National Craft Certificate in Hospitality or related field
• Minimum two years experience in catering in either a hotel or canteen environment. Detailed hands on knowledge of kitchen and food preparation procedures is essential.

• House Keeping.
• Food preparation and production
• Food quality and presentation
• Food safety and hygiene standards
• Resource Utilization
• Service Orientation
• Commercial Focus
• Teamwork
• Attention to Detail