Hot Kitchen Chef Job Vacancy at VYNN Cafe

Hot Kitchen Chef Job Vacancy at VYNN Cafe

Nestled in the vibrant district of Mikocheni, Dar es Salaam, VYNN Cafe was born out of a
love for coffee, an appreciation for fresh food, and a passion for creating warm, inviting
spaces. We’ve created more than just a cafe – VYNN is a gathering spot, a workspace, a
place to celebrate, and a home away from home. We are a unique blend of modernity, creativity, and warmth where every visit transforms into a delightful experience.

Job Type SPECIFIC PERIOD. Location – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.

JOB TITLE: Hot Kitchen Chef

Baker Job Description:

• Food Preparation: You will be responsible for preparing a wide range of hot food items, including main
  courses, side dishes, and sauces. This involves cutting, chopping, marinating, and seasoning
  ingredients as required by the recipes.
• Cooking: The main task of the hot kitchen is cooking food to order. You must be skilled in various
  cooking techniques, such as grilling, sauteing, frying, baking, broiling, and roasting.
• Recipe Adherence: You must follow recipes and food preparation procedures to ensure consistent
  quality and taste of the dishes.
• Time Management: Working in a hot kitchen can be fast-paced, especially during peak hours. The staff
  must be able to manage their time efficiently to ensure that dishes are prepared and served in a
  timely manner.
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene is crucial in the hot
  kitchen. This includes proper handling, storage, and labeling of ingredients, as well as regular cleaning
  and sanitizing of kitchen equipment and surfaces.
• Station Organization: Keeping the station organized and stocked with necessary ingredients is
  essential for smooth operations.
• Collaboration: Hot kitchen staff must work as a team and communicate effectively to coordinate the
  preparation and plating of dishes.
• Plating and Presentation: Ensuring that dishes are plated attractively and presented in an appealing
  manner is important to enhance the overall dining experience.
• Inventory Management: Keeping track of ingredient levels and communicating with the kitchen
  manager or purchasing department to restock supplies as needed.
• Equipment Maintenance: Regularly cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment to ensure proper
  functioning and longevity.
• Adapting to Special Requests: Accommodating special dietary requests or modifications to dishes
  while maintaining the integrity of the menu items.
• Quality Control: Conducting regular taste tests and visual inspections to ensure that dishes meet the restaurant’s quality standards.equipment.
• Adhere to food portioning and plating standards for consistent portion sizes and attractivenpresentation.
• Follow health and safety regulations, including proper handling and storage of food, as well as maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the hot kitchen.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operation and effective communication within the kitchen environment.

Qualifications:

Culinary Education: A formal culinary arts degree or diploma.

Cooking Skills: Proficiency in various cooking techniques.

Food Safety: Knowledge of regulations and safe handling practices.

Time Management: Ability to work efficiently during peak hours.

Communication: Clear and effective teamwork and coordination.

Physical Endurance: Stamina for demanding kitchen conditions.

Creativity: Innovative flair for enhancing dishes.

Multitasking: Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing kitchen dynamics.

Interested candidates may send their CV and Academic certificates (Ms Word format or PDF) thomalbert91@gmail.com and sindesteve@gmail.com

Deadline 03/08/2023.