Blue Downs - Prepper

Pedros; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedros in Cape Town, Blue Downs is seeking a motivated kitchen assistant to ensure efficient kitchen operations through accurate food preparation and ingredient management.

You will follow standard recipes, store and label food correctly, maintain cleanliness, monitor stock, assist grillers and cooks, and support waste reduction while upholding food safety standards. This role requires long hours when needed and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Basic kitchen experience advantageous.
• Understanding of hygiene standards.
• Ability to work long hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients (cutting, marinating, portioning, weighing).
• Follow standard recipes and preparation procedures.
• Ensure correct storage and labelling of food items.
• Maintain cleanliness of preparation areas and equipment.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages.
• Assist grillers and cooks when required.
• Conduct daily cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Support waste reduction initiatives.
• Comply with food safety regulations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Manual dexterity

Hygiene awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Instruction-following ability

Consistency

Job description

We are currently recruiting for our high-performing and busy Pedros store in Cape Town, Blue Downs. This opportunity is ideal for motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering excellent service while supporting our continued growth and operational excellence.

Purpose

Ensure efficient kitchen operations through accurate food preparation and ingredient management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients (cutting, marinating, portioning, weighing).
• Follow standard recipes and preparation procedures.
• Ensure correct storage and labelling of food items.
• Maintain cleanliness of preparation areas and equipment.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages.
• Assist grillers and cooks when required.
• Conduct daily cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Support waste reduction initiatives.
• Comply with food safety regulations.

Competencies Required

• Organisational skills
• Manual dexterity
• Hygiene awareness
• Instruction-following ability
• Consistency
• Physical stamina
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail

Requirements

• Basic kitchen experience advantageous.
• Understanding of hygiene standards.

Ability to work long hours when required.