Chef

Job Advert Summary

We are recruiting for a Chef to overseeing and supervising production of food for our organisation. Works closely with executive chef to promote the company's culture, mission and philosophy.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent in the food industry

Minimum matric

Minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.

Skills and Competencies

Must be able to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen staff

Strong judgement and problem solving skills

Excellent people skills

Strong interpersonal and communicative skills (verbal and written)

Flexibility with regards to working hours

Attention to detail

Client service orientated

Business management principles

Fully computer literate

Excellent food/Chef skills and background

Duties and Responsibilities

Analyse recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food and overhead costs.

Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.

Check the quantity and quality of received products.

Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.

Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays.

Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services.

Plan, direct, and supervise the food preparation and cooking activities of multiple units

Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.

May be required to assist with any other duties that may be outside scope of responsibility

Hands on involvement with the focus of improving the cooking and overall standards of meals served

Ability to carry out on the job training with cooks for the unit

Introduction of new trends in the industry that will uplift the standards and reduce cost of sales without affecting quality

Closing Date

2026/07/02