Commis Chef

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international hotel and hospitality company in Cape Town is seeking a dynamic Commi Chef to join their vibrant team. The successful candidate will uphold exceptional service standards and quality within a pressurized environment. Required qualifications include a culinary diploma and at least 2 years of experience. Benefits include market-related salary, development opportunities, and discounts across the portfolio.

Benefits

Market related salary

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on hotel services

Medical Aid Company

Employee Well-being Programme

Staff Transport

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar operation.
• Experience in executing high-quality cooking.
• Good knowledge of food trends locally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety protocols.
• Maintain quality presentation and food standards.
• Work closely with other Chefs of all levels.

Skills

High-quality cooking techniques

Positive disposition

Customer service driven

Strong communication skills

Education

Recognized Culinary Diploma

Job description

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

Are you ready to grow your dream career!! Join our amazing team and help deliver unforgettable cuisines and create memorable experiences. We are recruiting for a fun energetic innovative and enthusiastic Commi Chef with a positive attitude. Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef the successful candidate is responsible to uphold and maintain the exceptional service standards and quality within a pressurized environment whilst you embrace the ethos of The Westin Cape Town Culture in accordance with Marriott International Policies and Procedures.

What we offer :

• Market related salary
• Learning and development opportunities through online platforms on the job trainings and classroom-based courses
• Discounts on hotel rooms food and beverage and spa in Marriott International portfolio
• Wellbeing activities and sustainability initiatives through the Take Care and 360 programs
• On Property Caf
• Medical Aid Company
• Provident Fund Company Benefits
• Associate Uniform and Laundry servicethereof
• Employee Well-being Programme
• Staff Transport

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all required health and safety and food hygiene practices and protocols
• Ensure execution and quality standards are met and maintained
• Motivating and working closely with other Chefs of all levels
• Maintain and uplift the quality presentation and food on offer
• Complete all daily duties as set out in departmental duties and requirements
• Perform other duties as and when required

Qualifications

• Be in possession of a recognized Culinary Diploma or at least 2 years experience within a similar operation and level of responsibilities
• At least 1-2 years experience in a similar position
• Experience in executing high quality cooking techniques
• Professional and positive disposition
• Good understanding of food trends locally & internationally
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and HACCP
• Quality and customer service driven
• Ability to work within a pressurized environment
• Good food knowledge and confident cooking skills
• Proactive self-motivated individual with good professional work ethic
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to engage and interact with guest
• Ability to deal with conflict situations
• Required to work rostered shifts and irregular hours as per operational requirements
• Flexible working hours as well as available to work weekends public holidays opening and closing shifts when rostered as per operational requirements

Equal Opportunity

At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.

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Employment Details

• Employment Type : Full-Time
• Experience : years
• Vacancy : 1