Chicken Prep Pro — Fast-Paced Kitchen Hero

Pedros; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedros in Belgravia, Cape Town, invites applications for a Chicken Prepper to join our brand-new restaurant launch team. You will prepare, marinate, and bread chicken, ensuring high quality and strict hygiene standards while supporting busy kitchen operations.

We value teamwork, reliability, and a strong commitment to food safety, with shifts including weekends and holidays. This role offers growth as we establish our store culture from day one.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food preparation or kitchen work (advantageous)
• Ability to follow recipes and standard operating procedures consistently
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Prepare, clean, cut, and portion chicken according to specifications.
• Marinate, season, and bread chicken following recipe and procedures.
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and food safety when handling raw chicken.
• Check chicken for freshness and quality before preparation.
• Rotate stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) to ensure freshness and reduce waste.
• Store raw chicken safely at correct temperatures.
• Keep prep area, tools, and equipment clean, sanitized, and organized at all times.
• Support kitchen operations by assisting cooks and other team members during busy periods.
• Follow operational standards, policies, and health and safety regulations.
• Report stock shortages, equipment issues, or food safety concerns to the supervisor/manager.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Food safety

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Pedros in Belgravia, Cape Town, invites applications for a Chicken Prepper to join our brand-new restaurant launch team. You will prepare, marinate, and bread chicken, ensuring high quality and strict hygiene standards while supporting busy kitchen operations.

We value teamwork, reliability, and a strong commitment to food safety, with shifts including weekends and holidays. This role offers growth as we establish our store culture from day one.