Head Chef

Location: Beach Resort, Diani Beach, Kenya

Key Responsibilities:

○ Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety regulations.

○ Design and curate a creative and diverse à la carte menu that reflects the resort's beachside ambiance and attracts guests from around the world.

○ Incorporate local, seasonal ingredients to enhance flavor profiles and promote sustainability.

○ Continuously experiment with new recipes and culinary techniques to ensure a unique dining experience and enhance guest satisfaction.

○ Lead, inspire, and mentor the kitchen team to maintain high standards of food preparation and presentation.

○ Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment that encourages staff development and retention.

○ Conduct regular inhouse-training sessions to enhance the teams culinary skills and knowledge.

○ Manage inventory, order supplies, and control costs while minimizing waste.

○ Ensure the kitchen operates within budgetary constraints while maintaining high-quality standards.

○ Maintain consistent quality and presentation of all dishes served in the restaurant.

○ Implement and enforce kitchen policies, procedures, and quality standards.

○ Work closely with the General Manager and the front-of-house team to ensure a seamless dining experience while sourcing the best ingredients.

○ Stay updated on industry trends and culinary advancements to keep the restaurant competitive and fresh.

Qualifications:

● Culinary degree or diploma from a recognized culinary college in culinary techniques, kitchen management, and food safety.

● At least 5 years work experience as a head chef or Sous Chef in a high-volume/quality kitchen for an à la carte restaurant, preferably in a luxury boutique resort setting.

● Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse kitchen team.

● Creative thinker with a passion for culinary innovation and a commitment to excellence.

● Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques, menu development, and kitchen management.

● Familiarity with food safety regulations and kitchen health and safety protocols.

● Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

● Competitive salary and benefits package.

● Opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.

● Be part of a growing company with a strong commitment to guest satisfaction and employee development.

● Work in a vibrant and exciting location on Diani beach.

HOW TO APPLY:

- Interested candidates should send their resume, a portfolio of culinary creations & two minutes personal video explaining why they’re a suitable candidate for the position. Strictly, ALL Applications should be emailed to (no calls): silkventure.applications@gmail.com by Sept 15th, 2024. Please include & "Head Chef - Your Name", in the subject line of your email. Good luck!

"Our boutique Beach Resort is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees."