Hot Kitchen Chef I Griller

Phoenix Recruitment Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Recruitment Limited in Gauteng is seeking a Hot Kitchen Chef/Griller to prepare and grill a range of hot menu items. You will ensure mise en place, coordinate with other kitchen sections and maintain quality and speed during service.

Applicants should have strong grilling knowledge, understand temperature controls, portioning, hygiene standards and work well under pressure. Evening and weekend shifts are required and reliable transport is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong practical knowledge of grilling techniques, cooking temperatures and meat preparation.
• Understanding of portion control, food storage and stock rotation.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen safety standards and safe food handling procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, organized approach with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain quality and speed under pressure.
• Willingness to work shifts, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meat, poultry, seafood and other hot menu items according to recipes and specifications.
• Grill orders to requested doneness and maintain consistent quality and presentation.
• Ensure mise en place is complete and hot kitchen is ready before service.
• Coordinate with other kitchen sections to complete orders accurately and on time.
• Follow portion controls and communicate dietary requirements and allergies carefully.
• Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties.

Skills

Grilling techniques

Cooking temperatures

Meat preparation

Portion control

Food storage

Stock rotation

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Job description

Duties:
Food Preparation & Grill Service:
Prepare and cook meat, poultry, seafood and other hot menu items according to restaurant recipes and specifications.
Grill orders to the requested level of doneness and maintain consistent quality and presentation.
Ensure mise en place is complete and the hot kitchen section is ready before service.
Coordinate with other kitchen sections to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.
Follow portion controls and communicate dietary requirements and allergies carefully.
Stock Control & Kitchen Standards:
Monitor ingredient freshness, storage and stock rotation.
Minimise food wastage and report shortages promptly.
Keep grills, cooking equipment and workstations clean and organised.
Follow food safety, hygiene and safe food‑handling procedures.
Report equipment faults and maintenance concerns.
Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties.

Requirements:
Previous experience as a Hot Kitchen Chef or Griller within a busy restaurant.
Strong practical knowledge of grilling techniques, cooking temperatures and meat preparation.
Ability to cook accurately to different levels of doneness.
Good understanding of portion control, food storage and stock rotation.
Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A reliable, organised approach and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain quality and speed under pressure.
Willingness to work shifts, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

• Experience preparing large batches of dishes and operating in a high‑volume production kitchen
• Ability to follow standardized recipes precisely, measure ingredients accurately, and consistently achieve high quality and presentation
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene (HACCP/SALSA standards)
• Good teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with production, distribution, and technical teams.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills for effective customer and team interaction
• Customer‑service oriented, professional, and adaptable to changing demand
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holiday
• Reliable transport to and from work