Kitchen Prep Specialist for New Store Launch

Pedros Chicken; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedros Chicken in Paarl, Cape Town, invites you to join our brand-new store opening as part of a dynamic launch team. This role offers you the chance to grow your skills in a fast-paced kitchen and contribute to building a strong store culture from day one.

You'll ensure efficient kitchen operations through accurate food preparation, ingredient management, and strict hygiene practices while supporting grillers and cooks during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Basic kitchen experience advantageous.
• Understanding of hygiene standards.
• Ability to work long hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients (cutting, marinating, portioning, weighing).
• Follow standard recipes and preparation procedures.
• Ensure correct storage and labelling of food items.
• Maintain cleanliness of preparation areas and equipment.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages.
• Assist grillers and cooks when required.
• Conduct daily cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Support waste reduction initiatives.
• Comply with food safety regulations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Manual dexterity

Hygiene awareness

Instruction-following ability

Consistency

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Pedros Chicken in Paarl, Cape Town, invites you to join our brand-new store opening as part of a dynamic launch team. This role offers you the chance to grow your skills in a fast-paced kitchen and contribute to building a strong store culture from day one.

You'll ensure efficient kitchen operations through accurate food preparation, ingredient management, and strict hygiene practices while supporting grillers and cooks during busy periods.