Chef de Partie

Helderberg Personnel CC; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Helderberg Personnel CC in Franschhoek is seeking a seasoned professional for a full-time culinary role. The candidate will prepare and deliver quality dishes, maintain kitchen organisation and uphold high hygiene standards across a busy service period.

The role requires a formal culinary qualification and at least 23 years of hands-on experience in a professional kitchen, with a demonstrated passion for food, quality, and teamwork in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary qualification from an accredited training institution.
• 23 years practical experience in a professional kitchen.
• Excellent culinary skills with a passion for food and quality.
• Sound knowledge of professional kitchen procedures, food preparation and hygiene standards.
• Impeccable personal and food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking food to the required quality and presentation standards.
• Taking responsibility for the efficient operation and organisation of the designated section.
• Ensuring consistency, attention to detail and high standards throughout food preparation and service.
• Maintaining impeccable standards of personal, food and kitchen hygiene.
• Following recipes, preparation methods and instructions from senior kitchen management.
• Ensuring ingredients and prepared food are handled, stored and rotated correctly.
• Assisting with maintaining an organised, clean and well-functioning kitchen.
• Working effectively with fellow chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
• Adhering to all health, safety, hygiene and operational procedures.
• Maintaining a professional approach and a positive attitude in a demanding kitchen environment.
• Demonstrating flexibility and willingness to assist where required.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Food safety

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary qualification from accredited training institution

Job description

Purpose of the Role

To ensure the consistent preparation and delivery of quality food in accordance with established culinary standards, while maintaining excellent kitchen hygiene, organisation and efficiency.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Preparing and cooking food to the required quality and presentation standards
• Taking responsibility for the efficient operation and organisation of the designated section
• Ensuring consistency, attention to detail and high standards throughout food preparation and service
• Maintaining impeccable standards of personal, food and kitchen hygiene
• Following recipes, preparation methods and instructions from senior kitchen management
• Ensuring ingredients and prepared food are handled, stored and rotated correctly
• Assisting with maintaining an organised, clean and well-functioning kitchen
• Working effectively with fellow chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service
• Adhering to all health, safety, hygiene and operational procedures
• Maintaining a professional approach and positive attitude in a demanding kitchen environment
• Demonstrating flexibility and willingness to assist where required

Criteria

• Formal culinary qualification from an accredited training institution
• 23 years practical experience working in a professional kitchen
• Excellent culinary skills with a genuine passion for food and quality
• Sound knowledge of professional kitchen procedures, food preparation and hygiene standards
• Impeccable personal and food hygiene standards
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to remain calm, organised and productive under pressure
• Strong work ethic, reliability and attention to detail
• Professional presentation and a positive, hands-on approach