1. Supervise the preparation of all food

• Ensure all food is prepared as per food preparation requirements
• Ensure meals are produced on time, and sufficient quantities are available for the various areas
• Maintain stock levels of all kitchen supplies
• Be available for functions as they arise to ensure that the food is prepared and served as required

2. Oversee and supervise all kitchen staff

• Ensure all staff are aware of their duties and what is expected of them
• Teach new staff skills they require to perform their roles to the required standard
•  Delegate duties to kitchen staff as per the menu requirements
• Oversee and monitor the work of kitchen staff to ensure all tasks are done as required
• Give staff feedback on their performance to enable staff development
• Ensure any staffing issues are resolved fairly and quickly

3. Manage kitchen stocks

• Ensure wastage is minimized by careful supervision of food preparation methods
•  Ensure proper hygienic storage methods are utilized to prevent food loss
•  Ensure the security f all alcoholic and nonalcoholic drink stocks
•  Oversee the ordering and control of stock levels

4. Ensure catering staff are working safely at all times

• Ensure staff are aware of and follow safe work practices at all times
• Assist other staff in the cleaning of the kitchen at the end of the shift
• Ensure his/her own work station is kept clean and hygienic at all times

5. Assist the Catering Manager as required

• Manage the Catering Department in the Catering Manager’s absence
• Assist the day-to-day running of the department
• Carry out other tasks as required the Catering Manager
• Pay careful attention to the operating budgets of the department to ensure that costs are controlled to maintain the correct levels of spending. 

• Minimum 8 years of Experience and success in equivalent job roles
• Experience in European or Japanese Restaurant
• Punctual, organized and trustworthy
• Ability to manage other people
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to resolve conflict in a constructive manner
• Ability to solve problems and think-on-your-feet
• Willingness to take initiative and make decisions
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively