COMMIS CHEF | LUXURY DINING KITCHEN | WINE ESTATE | FRANSCHHOEK

Extraordinary Solutions; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury dining establishment in Franschhoek is seeking a Commis Chef to join their high-performing kitchen team. The role is perfect for early-stage culinary professionals eager to enhance their skills in a structured environment. Responsibilities include assisting with food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and supporting senior chefs. Ideal candidates should have formal culinary training or relevant experience, a strong work ethic, and a genuine passion for food. This is an opportunity to grow within a prestigious kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training or relevant kitchen experience.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to take direction and perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in food preparation and mise en place across kitchen sections.
• Maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and readiness of your work area.
• Following recipes, standards, and instructions with precision.

Skills

Culinary training

Work ethic

Attention to detail

Ability to take direction

Passion for food

Education

Formal culinary training or relevant kitchen experience

Job description

COMMIS CHEF | LUXURY DINING KITCHEN | WINE ESTATE | FRANSCHHOEK

Every dish begins with respect — for ingredient, season, and place.

In a Franschhoek wine estate kitchen, food is not just prepared — it is crafted with intention, guided by seasonality, and rooted in a deep respect for provenance. This is an environment where discipline meets creativity, and where the smallest details matter.

The Role

We are seeking a Commis Chef to join a refined, high-performing kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone at the early stage of their culinary career who is eager to learn, grow, and develop within a structured, professional, and detail-driven environment.

You will be part of a team that values precision, consistency, and a strong foundation in classical technique, while working with seasonal ingredients that reflect the surrounding landscape.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Assisting in food preparation and mise en place across kitchen sections
• Maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and readiness of your work area
• Following recipes, standards, and instructions with precision
• Supporting senior chefs in daily kitchen operations
• Ensuring hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness standards are upheld at all times
• Contributing to the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen
• Taking ownership of your learning and development within the team

What We’re Looking For

• Formal culinary training or relevant kitchen experience
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to take direction and perform under pressure
• Respect for kitchen discipline, structure, and hierarchy
• A genuine passion for food and the hospitality industry

What Sets You Apart

• A deep respect for ingredients and seasonality
• Curiosity and eagerness to develop your culinary skillsPride in consistency, cleanliness, and attention to detail
• A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a team environment
• Commitment to growth within a professional kitchen