Assistant Kitchen Manager / Stock Controller

Faircape; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury retirement venue in South Africa is seeking a detail-driven Assistant Kitchen Manager / Stock Controller. This role involves supporting kitchen operations with an emphasis on stock accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in food service and possess strong administrative skills. Work hours are structured with no late nights, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Applicants should have a matric qualification and relevant certifications. Join a supportive team within a prestigious working environment.

Benefits

Above-market salaries

Work-life balance

Prestigious working environment

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Matric qualification is required.
• Experience in kitchen, catering, or food service is vital.
• Food Safety and Hygiene Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily kitchen operations focusing on stock control.
• Conduct regular stock counts and manage stock movements.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and health standards.

Skills

Stock control

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Hospitality Management

Matric

Food Safety / Hygiene Certification

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Faircape Restaurant & Catering | Noordhoek Manor

Faircape Restaurant and Catering operates within Faircape Life’s luxury retirement villages, delivering high-quality, restaurant-standard meals across six prestigious locations in the Western Cape. Our kitchens are structured, professional environments that prioritise consistency, hygiene, and operational excellence — all within a stable, people-focused setting.

We are seeking a detail-driven Assistant Kitchen Manager / Stock Controller to support the daily operational control of our kitchen at Noordhoek Manor, located just over Ou Kaapse Weg, minutes from Blue Route Mall.

This role is ideal for a hands-on hospitality professional who thrives on stock accuracy, compliance, and structure, and who enjoys working closely with Chefs to ensure smooth, well-controlled kitchen operations.

Why Join Faircape?

• Above-market salaries – we pay for reliability and excellence
• Work-life balance – no late nights, structured day shift
• Prestigious working environment – modern kitchens in a luxury village setting
• Stability & growth – part of a long-standing group with six operational sites
• Supportive team culture – structured processes and clear accountability

Key Responsibilities

Stock Control & Kitchen Operations

• Support daily kitchen operations with a strong focus on stock control and accuracy
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly stock counts (food, beverages, consumables, and equipment)
• Capture, reconcile, and report stock movements and variances
• Assist with procurement and ordering in line with company policies and budget controls
• Monitor portion control and wastage, reporting trends and recommending improvements
• Ensure correct food storage, temperature control, labelling, and stock rotation (FIFO)
• Assist with oversight of kitchen equipment and report maintenance requirements

Hygiene, Health & Compliance

• Support implementation and maintenance of HACCP and hygiene standards
• Perform routine hygiene inspections and corrective follow-ups
• Ensure compliance with Department of Health regulations and internal SOPs
• Participate in Health & Safety meetings and inspections
• Report and elevate incidents, hazards, or non-compliance immediately

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate kitchen records, reports, and checklists
• Assist with asset tracking (equipment, crockery, utensils)
• Support audits and resolve discrepancies timeously
• Identify and suggest operational improvements to enhance efficiency and control

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Matric
• Diploma or Certificate in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or related field advantageous
• Food Safety / Hygiene Certification

Experience & Knowledge

• Previous experience in a kitchen, catering, or food service environment
• Proven exposure to stock control, ordering, and inventory management
• Understanding of kitchen operations and food safety standards
• Basic Health & Safety knowledge
• Experience working with POS systems (advantageous)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong administrative and reporting ability
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Excel
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Clear, professional communication skills
• Customer-focused and respectful interpersonal style
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable interacting with elderly residents and multidisciplinary teams

Personal Attributes

• Well-groomed, professional, and reliable
• Organised, structured, and process-driven
• Team-oriented with a positive, accountable attitude
• Strong follow-through and problem-solving ability

Specific Requirements

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Own reliable transport
• Two written references

Working Hours

• 45 hours per week
• Monday to Friday: 07h30 – 17h00
• Every alternate Saturday: 08h00 – 12h00

Should you not receive feedback within two weeks of application, please consider your application unsuccessful.