Cook

Craven Cottage CC; Durban; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Craven Cottage CC in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to prepare and cook meals in bulk according to standardized recipes. The role involves ensuring quality control and adhering to hygiene and safety regulations in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates should have at least 1–2 years of experience in a culinary setting and hold relevant food handling certifications. The position requires the ability to lift heavy supplies and stand for long shifts.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in institutional canteen, corporate kitchen, or catering environment.
• Valid food handling certificates and basic First Aid or firefighting certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Serve accurate portion sizes to manage costs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the workspace.
• Monitor food supplies and assist in inventory management.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Inventory management

Hygiene and safety compliance

Education

Formal culinary training or relevant qualification

Valid food handling certificates

Job description

Duties:

Food Preparation:

• Wash, chop, mix, and prep ingredients.
• Cook meals in bulk according to standardized recipes and daily menus.

Portion & Quality Control:

• Serve exact portion sizes to manage food costs and prevent waste.
• Ensure all food is fresh, properly seasoned, and served at correct temperatures.

Hygiene & Safety:

• Maintain a spotless, sanitized workspace.
• Comply with strict food safety, OHS (Occupational Health and Safety), and hygiene regulations.

Inventory Management:

• Monitor food supplies, rotate stock (FIFO method), and report ingredient shortages to the kitchen manager.

Kitchen Maintenance:

• Operate heavy kitchen equipment and assist with washing dishes and cleaning the canteen area at the end of shifts.

Requirements:

• At least 1–2 years of experience working in an institutional canteen, corporate kitchen, or catering environment.
• Formal culinary training or a relevant catering/food preparation qualification.
• Valid food handling certificates, and basic First Aid or firefighting certifications.
• The ability to lift heavy supplies, stand for long shifts, and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.