Chef

Restaurant:

Role Overview

Chef specialising in Continental Cuisine

Key Responsibilities

1. Culinary Execution & Quality Control

• Expertly prepare and execute

  a diverse range of Continental dishes, ensuring strict adherence to standardised recipes, portion sizing, and high-end presentation standards.
• Maintain

  authenticity and precision

  in all classic European cooking methods (e.g., sauces, braising, roasting, grilling).
• Conduct rigorous

  daily quality checks

  of all ingredients, prepared components, and finished plates to guarantee the One Pourcent standard.

• Efficiently manage a specific station

  within the kitchen (e.g., Garde Manger, Sauté) during peak service hours.

2. Menu Development & Innovation

• Collaborate closely with the Head Chef on

  menu research and development

  , introducing innovative dishes and seasonal specials that elevate the Continental offerings.
• Focus on incorporating

  fresh, local, and sustainable ingredients

  where possible to enhance flavour and quality.
• Maintain awareness of

  current culinary trends

  within the Continental and global fine dining space.

3. Kitchen Operations & Leadership

• Ensure strict compliance with all

  health, safety, and sanitation protocols

  (HACCP).
• Oversee inventory, including accurate ordering, receiving, and rotating stock to

  minimise waste

  and control costs.

• Mentor and train

  junior kitchen staff on proper techniques, safety standards, and efficiency in preparing complex Continental dishes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience

  as a Chef or Chef de Partie in a high-end restaurant, hotel, or recognised fine dining establishment.
• Proven

  expertise across Continental cooking styles

  , including French, Mediterranean, and contemporary Western cuisine.
• Formal culinary education or certification is highly desirable.
• Proficient knowledge of

  food costing, inventory management, and kitchen scheduling.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional

  attention to detail

  in every aspect of cooking and plating.

• Strong leadership and communication skills

  ; able to motivate a team under pressure.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, high-volume environment.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a portfolio (or detailed description) of their previous work to one.percent352@gmail.com