COOK SUPERVISOR – X 01 NDOLA

PURPOSE: Assisting the Head Chef to oversee the preparation, cooking and presentation of meals in the Kitchen and supervision of staff in the overall production of food.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

The specific duties of the Cook will be as set out below but not limited to:

Ensuring that a well-balanced meal is prepared at all times as per the instructions of the chef.
Maintain your working area clean at all times by ensuring that you clean as you work.
You will be required to observe very high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
You will help in the packing of food and serving food at the food counter.
To be pro –active in all aspects of operational safety and encourage teamwork within the department
QUALIFICATIONS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Minimum of a certificate in food production or any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform job duties may be considered
Able to show initiative and have good interpersonal skills
You must know how to use the cooking range, ovens and other modern kitchen equipment.
Able to interact with personnel from other Departments
Able to supervise a large kitchen brigade
Be physically fit and be able to pass pre-employment and medical examinations.
Creative, self-motivated, proactive and confident
Creative with food items
Experience managing a diverse team and strong willingness to build capacity of local staff
Knowledge of food cost control principles
Knowledge of a variety of cuisines