CHEF SKILLS DEVELOPER – Singita 741 views

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the Prue Leith course resources provided in line with the curriculum.
• Utilize the instructional methods created by Prue Leith and SCCS team to engage students in the learning process.
• Ensure the classroom is set up and maintained to implement curriculum and Singita standard of training e.g., equipment, ingredients.
• Maintain up to date records of students’ attendance and marks in templates provided and report to SCCS Coordinator and Prue Leith Lead as per agreed schedule.
• Evaluate each student’s academic performance, Proof of Evidence folder, and provide feedback timeously and professionally.
• Ensure that students follow relevant disciplinary and behavioral standards.
• Develop a well-structured, positive, and safe learning environment for students.
• Monitor student well-being and guide students to utilize appropriate services available in the Singita network where needed.
• Organize and attend student orientations, graduations, and other student events, contributing as required.
• Support Singita’s sustainability principles and practices in keeping with Singita’s “The Long Run” Sustainability commitments.
• Coordinate lodge work experience and performance monitoring with the Singita Lodge Head Chef.
• Support the industry work internship placements for students and career guidance support for students.
• Ensure standards of health and safety are adhered to.
• Document and manage comprehensive cleaning protocol for kitchen, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintain all kitchen equipment as per instructions and ensure correct utilization by students.
• Conduct weekly inventory and stock counts (e.g., ingredients, equipment, utensils).
• Manage the ordering of ingredients for the practical components of the course, ensuring adherence to budget constraints and identifying cost-effective substitutions where possible.
• Proactively oversee budget management and equipment needs, ensuring efficient resource allocation and sustainability.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of coffee machines and the SCCS cooking studio.
• Ensure that the SCCS venue and premises are guest-ready at any time as per protocol.
• Implement guest visits and SCCS cooking classes in keeping with protocol.
• Provide regular and ad hoc reports as agreed with the SCCS Coordinator.
• Provide content for donors and other communications to Singita Marketing or Management, as required.
• Attend scheduled planning meetings with SCCS Coordinator, other regional CSDs and Prue Leith.
• Work lodge shifts as required.

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