Breakfast Chef

Emporium; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Polokwane is seeking an experienced Breakfast Chef to prepare and cook breakfast dishes. Responsibilities include ensuring food quality and safety, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and collaborating with a dynamic kitchen team. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a similar role and a passion for breakfast cuisine. The role requires early morning shifts and potential weekend work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Breakfast Chef or similar role.
• Knowledge of breakfast food preparation techniques.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking breakfast dishes such as eggs, bacon, sausages, and pastries.
• Ensuring that all food is prepared and served according to health and safety regulations.
• Monitoring and managing kitchen stock levels.
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure smooth breakfast service.

Skills

Cooking skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Knowledge of breakfast food trends

Education

Formal culinary training or relevant qualification

Job description

Job Description

As a Breakfast Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast dishes in a timely manner while maintaining high‑quality standards. Your duties will include:

Job Duties

• Preparing and cooking breakfast dishes such as eggs, bacon, sausages, and pastries
• Ensuring that all food is prepared and served according to health and safety regulations
• Monitoring and managing kitchen stock levels
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment and work areas
• Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure smooth breakfast service

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Breakfast Chef or similar role
• Knowledge of breakfast food preparation techniques
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen environment

Education

Formal culinary training or relevant qualification preferred

Experience

Previous experience working as a Breakfast Chef or in a similar role

Knowledge And Skills

• Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of breakfast food trends
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate
• Experience working in a hotel or restaurant setting

Working Conditions

You will be working in a fast‑paced kitchen environment, standing for extended periods and may be required to work early morning shifts. Weekend and holiday work may be necessary.