Commis Chef

HotelJobs; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Capital Hotels is seeking a Commis Chef to assist in the preparation and service of food for guests under the supervision of all Senior Chefs. The main focus is on food production within a team-driven kitchen.

Minimum requirements include Matric, a Culinary Arts Qualification, and at least 1 year of practical kitchen experience. Relocation costs will be the applicant's responsibility if residing outside the city where the hotel is located.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent
• Culinary Arts qualification
• At least 1 year practical kitchen experience
• Hands-on problem solving with ability to stay calm under pressure
• Customer service driven with strong communication and listening skills
• Team player who can also work independently
• Honest, trustworthy and detail-oriented
• Presentable and well-spoken with professional appearance

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and service of food for guests under supervision of Senior Chefs
• Contribute to food production as a core part of the role

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Matric

Culinary Arts Qualification

Job description

The Capital Hotels stands for equal opportunity while transforming the Hospitality Industry into a modern aspirational industry once again. We believe that the industry is broken and needs to reinvent the image of service and hospitality. We are achieving this through our incredible staff culture. Our dedicated staff believe in offering the highest level of guest service to our guests while maintaining their dignity and integrity. Our staff are our everything!

WHY WORK FOR US?

Our staff love coming to work as they feel respected, appreciated, heard, successful and secure. Imagine a company where managers don't manage managers, we are all simply doers. Making decisions in regard to our best employees also comes fast, where we recognise talent and reward it quickly through promotions. We don't need to or want to wait for approval. We recruit on experience but promote on values - the core of which is rigor, disciplined thought and disciplined

Description:

The Commis Chef is responsible for assisting in the preparation and service of food for guests under the supervision of all Senior Chefs. The main component of the position is food production.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric
• Culinary Arts Qualification
• At least 1 Year practical kitchen experience
• Hands on Problem Solving approach and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Customer service driven with outstanding communication and active listening skills
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently
• Honest and trustworthy beyond approach
• Great attention to detail
• Presentable/Professional appearance and well spoken
• Team Player who leads by example
• Proactive in approach
• Interpersonal skills
• Think creatively
• Apply professional, product or technical expertise
• Please note that relocation costs will be for your own expense should your application be successful and you reside outside of the city where the Hotel is located.