Junior Commi Chef

JenRecruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

JenRecruitment in Cape Town is seeking an enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our established hospitality client's kitchen team. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about food, eager to learn and develop culinary skills in a professional kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate has a genuine interest in a culinary career, good communication and teamwork, and a reliable, hardworking attitude.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position — previous professional kitchen experience is not essential.
• Culinary qualification or relevant training would be advantageous.
• Genuine interest in developing a career in the culinary industry.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior chefs.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced kitchen.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the senior kitchen team with daily food preparation.
• Prepare ingredients according to instructions and required standards.
• Assist with cooking and plating of dishes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and workstations.
• Assist with receiving, storing and rotating stock.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
• Ensure equipment and work areas are kept clean and ready for service.
• Assist the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Complete general kitchen duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast learner

Attention to cleanliness

Reliability

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

An established hospitality business is looking for an enthusiastic Commis Chef to join their kitchen team. This is an entry-level opportunity suited to someone who is passionate about food, eager to learn and looking to develop their culinary skills in a professional kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the senior kitchen team with daily food preparation.
• Prepare ingredients according to instructions and required standards.
• Assist with cooking and plating of dishes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and workstations.
• Assist with receiving, storing and rotating stock.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
• Ensure equipment and work areas are kept clean and ready for service.
• Assist the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Complete general kitchen duties as required.

Requirements

• Entry-level position — previous professional kitchen experience is not essential.
• Culinary qualification or relevant training would be advantageous.
• Genuine interest in developing a career in the culinary industry.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior chefs.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced kitchen.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Ideal Candidate: Someone at the beginning of their culinary career who is keen to gain practical kitchen experience and grow within a professional hospitality environment.