Cook

Tsebo Solutions Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Tsebo Solutions Group is seeking a skilled Cook for contract catering, hospitality, or corporate dining environments in Cape Town. You will prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes, maintain high quality and ensure food safety and HACCP compliance.

The role requires 2–3 years of cooking experience, Grade 12 or equivalent, and a relevant culinary certificate is advantageous. You will work with a catering team to deliver efficient service for meetings and events.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of food preparation techniques.
• Understanding of HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours when operationally required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and menu requirements.
• Ensure food is prepared, presented, and served to the highest quality standards.
• Assist with menu planning and daily food production.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and waste management.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used and maintained correctly.
• Assist with stock control, receiving, storage, and stock rotation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.
• Support catering requirements for meetings, functions, and special events.
• Work closely with the catering team to ensure efficient service delivery.

Skills

Food preparation

HACCP knowledge

Quality control

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Culinary certificate

Job description

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and menu requirements.
• Ensure food is prepared, presented, and served to the highest quality standards.
• Assist with menu planning and daily food production.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and waste management.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used and maintained correctly.
• Assist with stock control, receiving, storage, and stock rotation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.
• Support catering requirements for meetings, functions, and special events.
• Work closely with the catering team to ensure efficient service delivery.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and menu requirements.
• Ensure food is prepared, presented, and served to the highest quality standards.
• Assist with menu planning and daily food production.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and waste management.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used and maintained correctly.
• Assist with stock control, receiving, storage, and stock rotation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.
• Support catering requirements for meetings, functions, and special events.
• Work closely with the catering team to ensure efficient service delivery.

Skills and Competencies

• Sound knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and HACCP principles.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours when operationally required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Relevant Culinary Certificate or Professional Cookery qualification advantageous.
• Minimum 2–3 years' experience as a Cook in a contract catering, hospitality, restaurant, hotel, or corporate dining environment.