Chef De Partie

Faircape Life; Onrusrivier; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Long service leave

ISP package discounts

Job summary

Faircape Life is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join Onrus Manor in Onrus, Hermanus. The role involves overseeing the cooking process from prep to plating, ensuring high quality and presentation in a fast-paced kitchen. You will follow company recipes, ensure sanitation, and maintain inventory and fridges.

Qualifications

• Chef's diploma or qualification from a registered tertiary education provider.
• Experience in food quality management and standardisation.
• Strong focus on quality and sanitation procedures.
• Excellent physical condition and stamina.
• Ability to travel and relieve colleagues at other facilities if required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire cooking process from preparation to plating, maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Prepare and cook all dishes according to company recipes and specifications, ensuring consistency in taste, portion control and presentation.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and correctly, following standard operating procedures at all times.
• Maintain strict adherence to food hygiene, safety, and health regulations for yourself and the team.
• Monitor compliance with company policies to ensure a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment.
• Ensure all café meals are prepared to the highest standard of quality and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of café fridges, labeling and dating all items according to company procedures.
• Monitor inventory and stock rotation to reduce waste and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Quality control

Cooking techniques

Education

Chef's diploma / qualification from a registered tertiary education provider

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Faircape Group constitutes a group of companies with interests in a number of activities including Healthcare, Retirement Holdings, Restaurant and Catering and related activities. Operating in six prime locations across the Western Cape, we are known for our commitment to excellence and innovation.

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a skilled and driven Chef de Partie to join our dynamic team atOnrus Manor in Onrus, Hermanus.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in delivering beautifully prepared meals, and want to grow your career with a respected, forward-thinking company — this role is your perfect recipe for success!

Why Join Us?

At Faircape, we value our team and offer fantastic benefits, including:

• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Long service leave
• Discounts on our high-speed ISP packages (after probation)

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the entire cooking process from preparation to plating, maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Prepare and cook all dishes according to company recipes and specifications, ensuring consistency in taste, portion control and presentation.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and correctly, following standard operating procedures at all times.
• Maintain strict adherence to food hygiene, safety, and health regulations for yourself and the team.
• Monitor compliance with company policies to ensure a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment.
• Ensure all café meals are prepared to the highest standard of quality and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of café fridges, labeling and dating all items according to company procedures.
• Monitor inventory and stock rotation to reduce waste and maintain quality standards.

Qualifications:

Chef's diploma / qualification from a registered tertiary education provider

Requirements and Experience:

• Experience in food quality management and standardisation
• Strong focus on quality and adherence to sanitation procedures
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• Ability to travel and relieve colleagues at other facilities only when required

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to follow sanitization procedures
• Consistently focus on maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of food preparation and service
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional food quality in every dish
• In-depth understanding of food handling procedures to ensure safety and quality
• Proficient in various cooking and baking techniques and methods
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in a kitchen environment

Attributes:

• Strong team player, able to perform effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Committed to delivering high-quality dishes with attention to detail

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Written references

Working hours: You will be required to work 16.25 shifts per month, according to the roster, from 07h00 to 19h00, Monday to Sunday. Need to be flexible to accommodate the standby procedure of the company.

Faircape offers a market related salary. The salary will be dependable on experience, qualifications, skills and attributes. Please note, your total salary could increase per month due to Sundays work - remunerated at time and half, Public holidays - double and quarterly bonuses) Explore more about the Faircape Group on our informative website: faircape.co.za