Demi Chef de Partie - Franschhoek

wine.co.za; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek invites a motivated culinary professional to join our kitchen team. You will assist senior chefs to oversee day-to-day running of sections and prepare dishes in line with menus, costing and portion standards.

We value knowledge of food safety and allergen controls, strong communication and time management, and the initiative to improve efficiency. Weekend and public holiday work is required, with a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in culinary arts or formal chefs training.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of food safety and allergen protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Own reliable transport.
• Sober habits.
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays.
• Contactable references available.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior chefs to oversee and coordinate day-to-day running of sections.
• Prepare food according to specified menus, standards and in line with costing and portions.
• Assist in monitoring stock levels within specific section.
• Ensure strict compliance with hygiene, food safety and health regulations.
• Take initiative to improve efficiency within assigned section.
• Stay updated on culinary trends, techniques and best practices.

Skills

Culinary arts

Team collaboration

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Stamina under pressure

Initiative

Transport ownership

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

Degree/ Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

La Motte Wine Estate is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for food and a willingness to learn to join the team.

Responsibilities

• assist senior chefs to oversee and co-ordinate day-to-day running of sections
• prepare food according to specified menus, standards and in line with costing and portions
• assist in monitoring stock levels within specific section
• ensure strict compliance with hygiene, food safety and health regulations
• take initiative to improve efficiency within assigned section
• stay updated on culinary trends, techniques and best practices

Qualifications and Experience

• degree or diploma in culinary arts / formal chefs training
• minimum two years’ experience in a similar position
• knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards and allergen protocols
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• excellent time management skills
• ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• attention to detail
• ability to use initiative and be self-driven
• own reliable transport
• sober habits
• willingness to work weekends and Public Holidays
• contactable references available

La Motte offers a competitive salary, commensurate with the extent to which the above criteria are met.

Commencement of duties: October 2026