Commis Chef

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

Job summary

A leading hospitality establishment in Cape Town is seeking a Commis Chef to deliver world-class service and award-winning cuisine. This role involves monitoring culinary standards and ensuring each guest experiences personalized attention. The ideal candidate holds a culinary qualification and has at least one year of experience in an upscale environment. The position offers opportunities for growth and includes comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

On-demand healthcare

Wellness activities

Growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 1 year’s experience in a similar role in a busy, up-market establishment.
• Understanding of food preparation and storage.
• Competency in operating kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guests receive world-class service and memorable experiences.
• Monitor and maintain culinary service standards.
• Provide personalized attention to every guest.

Skills

Communication

Food Preparation

Food Hygiene Safety

Education

Culinary-related Tertiary Qualification

Job description

At The Vineyard Hotel, we're more than just a team. Every staff member plays a crucial role in creating an exceptional guest experience. Our commitment to our staff goes beyond hospitality. We prioritise their well-being, providing on-demand healthcare, wellness activities, assistance with essentials, and healthy meals.

We also offer growth opportunities through internal programs, traineeships, study loans, and professional coaching for managers. Comprehensive benefits, including medical aid, retirement and disability funding, are part of the package.

Our care for our staff and our dedication to social and environmental responsibility sets us apart. Join our community that values respect, care, and growth.

Commis Chef (x3)

Paid Hourly

Cape Town | On-site

As our Commis Chef, you will ensure our guests receive world-class service, award-winning cuisine, and memorable experiences at our conferences & events, room service, bars, restaurants and lounge.

Part of your role will be ensuring that the culinary service standards are met and that service is run efficiently. Monitoring and maintaining the guest experience by ensuring that every one of our guests receives personalised attention and experiences every time will form part of your duties.

Along with your Culinary-related Tertiary Qualification, you have 1 year’s experience in a similar role in a busy, up-market establishment. You’re able to work various shifts as well as across multiple kitchens and outlets.

An outstanding communicator, you are neat and professional with an understanding of food preparation and storage and competency in operating kitchen equipment. You demonstrate an awareness of contemporary, international, and innovative food trends and strongly emphasise food and hygiene safety.

Closing date: 08 August 2025.

We are an equal opportunity employer.