🏨 Company: Pullman Cape Town City Centre (Accor Group)
📍 Location: Cape Town, South Africa
💼 Job Type: Full-Time, Seasonal / Temporary
🍽 Department: Culinary
🔖 Reference: REF85596E
🌐 Industry: Hospitality & Culinary

About the Company

Pullman Cape Town City Centre is part of Accor, a leading global hospitality group known for innovation, world-class guest service, and broad employee development opportunities. Accor fosters a supportive environment where employees can grow their skills, explore career pathways, and contribute to a culture defined by excellence, inclusion, and creativity.

Role Overview

The Commis Chef (Seasonal) supports the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, presentation, and maintaining hygiene and safety standards. The role includes contributing to A la Carte, buffet, room service, and function catering. You will assist senior chefs, support mise-en-place readiness, and uphold Pullman’s culinary quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items with creativity and consistency.

• Maintain strict stock rotation and reduce wastage.

• Assist with daily food ordering based on business needs.

• Coordinate with restaurant staff regarding menu changes and availability.

• Support junior team members and apprentices in food preparation.

• Prepare and monitor mise-en-place for all sections.

• Maintain clean, sanitised, and organised working areas.

• Report equipment issues to the Executive Chef.

• Participate in daily kitchen briefings and contribute ideas.

• Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and municipal regulations.

• Complete grooming checks, temperature logs, and documentation.

• Maintain product rotation and quality in all chillers.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

• Assist with additional tasks as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Matric (Grade 12).

• Minimum one year of experience in a food production environment.

• Previous hotel experience is an advantage.

• Food Hygiene and Safety training essential.

• Strong communication and guest service skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Availability for flexible shifts including mornings, weekends, and holidays.

• Positive attitude, teamwork capability, and professional presentation.

Benefits of Working with Accor

• Global career mobility across the Accor network.

• Continuous learning and professional development.

• Exposure to world-class hospitality standards.

• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

• Strong internal promotion opportunities.

• Comprehensive employee engagement initiatives.

CV Application Tips 

• Highlight hands-on kitchen and food preparation experience.

• Include food hygiene certifications and culinary training.

• Show examples of teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.

• Demonstrate your ability to work under pressure with quality consistency.

• Emphasise knowledge of kitchen stations or specific cuisines.

• Keep the CV concise, structured, and targeted to culinary roles.

Employment Policy

Accor is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. All hiring decisions are based on skill and merit. The organisation supports applicants with specific needs and ensures confidentiality of personal information throughout the recruitment process. Accor reserves the right not to make an appointment.