Chinese Chef

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:The Chinese Chef will be responsible for preparing authentic Chinese cuisine for MMG Khoemacau employees, ensuring dietary satisfaction, food safety compliance, and integration of culturally appropriate meal planning into the existing catering service.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Your key accountabilities include:Planning and preparing a variety of Chinese dishes (including regional specialties).Developing and maintaining weekly menus in consultation with Chinese residents and Catering Supervisor.Ensuring all meals meet hygiene, nutritional, and taste standards.Training and supervising kitchen assistants on Chinese cooking techniques as needed.Maintaining inventory of Chinese ingredients and liaising with procurement for sourcing specialty items.Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation areas in accordance with mine hygiene policies.Monitoring food portioning, presentation, and waste management.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE: Certificate in Culinary Arts/ Professional Cookery (specialization in Chinese cuisine preferred).Certificate in Food Safety and Hygiene (HACCP or equivalent).Minimum 5 years’ experience as a professional chef, with at least 3 years focusing on Chinese cuisine in a high-volume kitchen (e.g., hotel, mine camp, industrial catering, or large restaurant).Basic First Aid & Occupational Health and Safety awareness is an added advantageDemonstrated ability to prepare a wide range of authentic Chinese dishes (regional cuisines such as Sichuan, Cantonese, Hunan, etc.)Experience working in multicultural environments, preferably in remote or camp settings.Strong knowledge of authentic Chinese cooking techniques (wok cooking, steaming, roasting, stir-frying, dumpling preparation, etc.)Effective communication skills in English