BOH Manager
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Sandton, ZA
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Proven experience as a Head Chef, BOH Manager or senior kitchen leader in a high-volume, quality-driven hospitality environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire teams.
- Excellent understanding of kitchen operations, food production, stock management and cost control.
- Thorough knowledge of food safety, HACCP and hygiene standards.
- A calm and organised approach in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a genuine passion for quality.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- A hands-on leader who enjoys being part of the action and supporting their team.
Full description
About the Role
As we prepare to open the doors to our newest tashas cafe in Fourways, we are looking for an exceptional BOH Manager to lead our kitchen.
At tashas, beautiful food is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in food made with care, quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation and consistent execution. As BOH Manager, you will be responsible for leading the back-of-house operation, inspiring your team, and ensuring every dish that leaves the kitchen reflects the standards that have made tashas loved by guests around the world.
Your Mission
You will lead with passion, precision and purpose, creating a kitchen culture built on excellence, teamwork and respect.
By developing your team, maintaining the highest quality standards and ensuring smooth daily operations, you will play a vital role in creating memorable experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.
What You'll Be Doing
Kitchen Leadership & Operations
- Lead all day-to-day back-of-house operations, ensuring a well-organised, efficient and positive kitchen environment.
- Oversee opening and closing procedures, stock control, equipment maintenance and operational readiness.
- Ensure all recipes, preparation methods and presentation standards are executed exactly as intended.
- Maintain consistency across every service, every shift and every dish.
- Prepare and oversee production schedules and prep plans to ensure readiness for service.
- Taste and quality-check food throughout the day to ensure exceptional standards are maintained.
- Allocate responsibilities across the kitchen team and ensure cooking techniques, timings and procedures are consistently followed.
- Conduct daily team briefings that inspire, inform and prepare the team for successful service.
- Support the achievement of operational excellence standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
People & Culture
- Build, lead and inspire a high-performing kitchen team.
- Create schedules that support both operational needs and team wellbeing.
- Partner with HR and Training teams to support onboarding, development and performance management.
- Coach and mentor team members, helping them grow in confidence, capability and career progression.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and mutual respect.
- Lead by example and embody the values and culture that define tashas.
- Ensure company policies and procedures are consistently and fairly implemented.