Cook - Deli

Capsicum Culinary Studio; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Capsicum Culinary Studio in Johannesburg is seeking a Cook - Deli to prepare, cook, and present a range of deli items to the highest quality standards in a fast-paced campus kitchen. The role requires at least two years in a similar setting and a relevant culinary qualification.

You will follow approved recipes, plate dishes, and ensure food safety while supporting events, catering, and daily service. This on-site position emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and clean, well-organized workstation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years general administration and experience in a similar environment.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, deli, catering operation, hospitality environment, or similar setting.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking techniques, food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a range of deli food items according to approved recipes, production requirements, and quality standards.
• Complete preparation, cooking, portioning, garnishing, and presentation of food.
• Ensure food is consistently prepared to the required taste, texture, appearance, and portion specifications.
• Follow production schedules and ensure required food items are ready for service at the agreed times.
• Monitor food quantities and communicate shortages or additional requirements to the relevant chef or manager.
• Minimise food waste through appropriate preparation, storage, portion control, and stock rotation.
• Assist with the preparation of special menu items and catering requirements when required.
• Comply with all applicable food safety, hygiene, health and safety requirements and campus procedures.
• Support the Events Chef in the preparation and execution of functions, events, and catering activities.
• Assist with food preparation, plating, portioning, garnishing, buffet setup, and service requirements.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

COOK - DELI Capsicum Culinary Studio - JHB - Central, Gauteng, ZA

A Line Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting food according to recipes and quality standards while ensuring efficient service and maintaining a clean and hygienic workstation.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Prepare a range of deli food items according to approved recipes, production requirements, and quality standards.
• Complete preparation, cooking, portioning, garnishing, and presentation of food as required.
• Ensure food is consistently prepared to the required taste, texture, appearance, and portion specifications.
• Follow production schedules and ensure required food items are ready for service at the agreed times.
• Monitor food quantities and communicate shortages or additional requirements to the relevant chef or manager.
• Minimise food waste through appropriate preparation, storage, portion control, and stock rotation.
• Assist with the preparation of special menu items and catering requirements when required.
• Comply with all applicable food safety, hygiene, health and safety requirements and campus procedures.
• Support the Events Chef in the preparation and execution of functions, events, and catering activities.
• Assist with food preparation, plating, portioning, garnishing, buffet setup, and service requirements.

Competencies Include:

• Good communication skills with pupils and staff
• Food preparation, cooking skills, food safety and hygiene awareness
• Attention to detail
• Quality consciousness
• Time management
• Organisation and planning
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Customer service orientation
• Communication skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Ability to work under pressure
• Professional conduct
• Willingness to learn and develop

Education Requirements:

• Relevant culinary qualification or formal cookery training.

Experience Required:

• Minimum of 2 years general administration and experience in a similar environment.
• Previous experience working in a professional kitchen, deli, catering operation, hospitality environment, or similar setting.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking techniques, food safety and hygiene.