Apprentice Chef

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Competitive stipend

Exposure to cuisines

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking Apprentice Chefs to join a Kimberley-based kitchen in a structured, hybrid operating model. You will learn hands-on in food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management alongside Head Chefs and Sous Chefs.

This role is ideal for someone with a genuine love for food, a strong work ethic, and a desire to build a career in hospitality. Comprehensive on-the-job training, mentorship from experienced chefs, and a competitive apprenticeship stipend are offered, with

Qualifications

• Must have a genuine passion for cooking.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions precisely.
• Basic understanding of food safety principles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of various menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Learn and practice proper food handling, storage, and sanitation techniques.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and equipment.
• Support the kitchen team during service, ensuring timely delivery of dishes.
• Participate in inventory management and stock rotation.

Skills

Cooking passion

Fast-paced environment

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Food safety basics

Job description

Our client is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join as Apprentice Chefs in Kimberley . This culinary apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to learn the art of professional cooking within a dynamic kitchen environment. You will work alongside experienced Head Chefs and Sous Chefs, gaining hands-on experience in food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine love for food, a strong work ethic, and a desire to build a career in the hospitality industry, contributing to exceptional dining experiences within a structured, hybrid operational model.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of various menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Learn and practice proper food handling, storage, and sanitation techniques.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and equipment.
• Support the kitchen team during service, ensuring timely delivery of dishes.
• Participate in inventory management and stock rotation.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for cooking and the culinary arts.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions precisely.
• Basic understanding of food safety principles is an advantage.

Benefits

• Comprehensive on-the-job training in professional culinary techniques.
• Mentorship from experienced chefs in Kimberley .
• A competitive apprenticeship stipend, with potential for growth.
• Exposure to diverse cuisines and kitchen operations.
• Opportunity to develop into a skilled and qualified Chef.