Commis Chef

PULLMAN; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Cape Town is seeking a Commis Chef to join their kitchen team. As a Commis Chef, you will be responsible for cooking, baking, and food preparation for various services. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of Matric education and at least one year of experience in a food production environment. This role requires strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work under pressure. Competitive salary and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a food production environment.
• Food hygiene and safety trained.
• Previous hotel experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present menu items within cost margins specified by the hotel.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.
• Liaise with restaurant staff regarding menu availability and changes.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Strong communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Minimum Matric (Grade 12)

Job description

Job Description

A Commis Chef works as part of the kitchen team. As a Commis Chef, you will engage in cooking, baking, pastry cooking, or butchering duties. This position also involves food preparation and presentation with a flair for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for A la Carte, room service, functions, and buffet service respectively. Maintaining a clean and hygienic work environment, whilst ensuring a high-quality product and presentation standards, is vital. Demonstrating commitment to customer service for internal and external customers is also required.

Responsibilities :

• Prepare and present menu items showing variety and flair, within the cost margins specified by the hotel.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage. Implement and maintain stock control procedures.
• Order necessary foods according to proposed business demands. Consult with the Executive Chef for guidance and authorization of orders.
• Liaise with restaurant staff regarding menu availability, additions, and relevant changes.
• Coordinate with and supervise apprentices in food preparation and production as required.
• Prepare and ensure the availability of mise-en-place as required.
• Keep all work areas clean and tidy. Ensure equipment is maintained, serviced, and cleaned. Report issues to the Executive Chef.
• Attend daily shift briefings with kitchen colleagues.
• Promote a fun, professional, and disciplined work environment.
• Support and motivate kitchen colleagues.
• Share ideas, opinions, and suggestions during daily shift briefings.
• Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate to minimize repeat visits.
• Perform tasks to the standards and expectations set forth.
• Promote health and safety at all times.
• Maintain proper hygiene as per municipal and health & safety requirements.
• Complete all grooming, spot check, and temperature control sheets as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper rotation of products in all chillers.
• Minimize wastage and spoilage.
• Communicate daily with supervisors to ensure open lines of communication.
• Complete assigned tasks efficiently and timely.
• Strive to improve 'Trustyou' results for food quality.
• Perform daily checks of all mise en place to ensure freshness and quality standards.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as required by the department head.
• Assist and liaise with the chef on duty as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Matric (Grade 12).
• At least 1 year of experience in a food production environment.
• Previous hotel experience is an asset.
• Food hygiene and safety trained.
• Strong communication skills.
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude.
• Outstanding guest service skills, professional presentation, and sophisticated communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in an intense, ever-changing environment.
• Flexible to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively with colleagues as part of a team.