Laryan Company Ltd

Moshi,Tanzania

Position: Head ChefLocation: Moshi City, TanzaniaJob Type: Full-time, ResidentJob Summary:We're looking for a skilled and energetic Head Chef to take charge of our kitchen team in Moshi City, Tanzania. The perfect candidate should have a solid experience in BBQ and grill methods, as well as a background in Indian cuisine. This position involves inventing new dishes, running the kitchen smoothly, and leading the staff efficiently. The chosen chef should be eager to adapt to a new cultural environment and capable of working with a diverse team that might not be fluent in English.Qualifications:- 3 years of experience as a Head Chef, leading a professional kitchen.- Formal culinary degree.- Advanced level of English- Experienced in BBQ and grill cooking techniques, as well as Indian cuisine.- Experienced in using POS systems for managing recipes and tracking inventory- Strong leadership- Good communication skills- Easygoing and adaptable to new cultures and environments.Responsibilities:- Monitor and enhance food quality.- Manage food preparation times.- Oversee the usage of products.- Maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen.- Keep track of kitchen equipment and supplies.- Conduct daily meetings with kitchen staff.- Organize and oversee kitchen preparations.- Schedule shifts for kitchen staff.- Conduct interviews for new chef positions.- Oversee kitchen cleaning.- Handle product deliveries from suppliers.- Manage the reception of products from storage.- Document all recipes in an electronic recipe book.- Develop new recipes and calculate costs for POS.- Perform stocktaking.- Place orders for products and kitchen equipment.- Create 2-3 special dishes every one to two weeks.- Organize special events and caterings.- Train new cooks.- Cover shifts in case of staff shortages.- Resolve conflicts within the kitchen.- Plan vacations and leaves for the kitchen team.- Address customer issues and requests in person.