Demi Chef - Graveyard

President Hotel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

The President Hotel in Bantry Bay, Cape Town, is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to support the Chef de Partie and run an assigned kitchen section with pride and consistency.

You will prepare high-quality dishes, maintain standards, mentor junior chefs, and contribute to memorable dining experiences within a luxury hotel kitchen. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities to grow your culinary career in a world-class team, across busy service periods and seasonal menus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a hotel or reputable restaurant.
• Culinary diploma or equivalent professional training is advantageous.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent taste, quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and cooking according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Support the Chef de Partie with the daily operation of your assigned section.
• Maintain consistent flavour, quality and presentation throughout service.
• Help train and supervise Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with supply orders and ensure freshness while minimising waste.
• Maintain a clean, organised section and follow hygiene and safety procedures.
• Contribute ideas for new dishes and improvements to existing recipes.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to maintain efficient service.
• Resolve challenges within your section promptly and support a positive working environment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Time management

Food safety

Mentoring juniors

Education

Culinary diploma

Job description

Great dishes come together through skill, teamwork and a chef who takes pride in every detail.

At The President Hotel in Bantry Bay, Cape Town, we're looking for a Demi Chef de Partie to support the Chef de Partie and help keep an assigned kitchen section running smoothly.

As we continue our journey toward luxury, you'll prepare quality dishes, maintain consistent standards and contribute to memorable dining experiences.

If you have strong practical cooking skills, enjoy supporting junior chefs and thrive within a professional kitchen team, this opportunity is for you.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role within a hotel or reputable restaurant.
• Culinary diploma or equivalent professional training is advantageous.
• Strong culinary skills and practical experience within a specific kitchen section.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent taste, quality and presentation.
• Ability to guide, train and support Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants.
• Good understanding of kitchen operations, stock control and inventory management.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Strong time management, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively within a kitchen team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with food preparation and cooking according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Support the Chef de Partie with the daily operation of your assigned section.
• Maintain consistent flavour, quality and presentation throughout service.
• Help train and supervise Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with supply orders and ensure freshness while minimising waste.
• Maintain a clean, organised section and follow hygiene and safety procedures.
• Contribute ideas for new dishes and improvements to existing recipes.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to maintain efficient service.
• Resolve challenges within your section promptly and support a positive working environment.

WHY JOIN THE PRESIDENT HOTEL

Join Cape Town's Most Loved Hotel and be part of our journey toward luxury. Develop your culinary skills alongside experienced chefs while gaining valuable section management and mentoring experience in a professional hotel kitchen.

We offer a competitive salary, company contributions toward benefits and an outstanding team culture where you can contribute, grow and feel part of the team.