Pastry Commis Chef

Fairmont; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont in Cape Town is seeking a Commis Chef to support the kitchen team with daily tasks and maintain high standards of food quality and safety. The role emphasizes continuous practice to master skills, professional conduct, and adherence to the company’s mission and values.

You will participate in training, follow FIFO stock practices, and contribute to a clean, orderly kitchen environment. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential for success in this entry-level position.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and willingness to learn.
• 1 year of experience in a food production environment.
• Food Hygiene and Safety training.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily shift briefings and stay informed on operations.
• Communicate with supervisors to ensure open lines of communication.
• Maintain professional conduct and proper chef uniform and hygiene.
• Assist in kitchen tasks and support colleagues to maintain high standards.
• Ensure high-quality food is prepared and served at safe temperatures.

Skills

Food production

Teamwork

Hygiene & safety

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Scope of position:

The Commis Chef will be focused, with special attention placed upon continuous practice to master skills and tasks assigned to them by their supervisors. Always act in a professional manner using the company’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The Commis Chef will strive to exceed guest expectations and take the culinary team to go from good to great.

Responsibilities

Communication and Conduct

• Attend daily shift briefings to keep yourself informed of daily operational requirements.
• Communicate daily with supervisors to ensure open lines of communication.
• Promote a fun/ professional and disciplined work environment.
• Actively share ideas, opinions & suggestions in daily shift briefings.
• Always present yourself in a full chef’s uniform following all personal hygiene and grooming requirements.
• Support & motivate kitchen colleagues.

Health and Safety

• Always promote Health and Safety
• Ensure personal knives and tools are at the utmost cleanliness and always maintained.
• Ensure proper hygiene practices are always followed in line with the Food Safety Programme.
• Ensure that all areas in the kitchen are always kept clean and tidy.
• Adopt a clean as you go approach.
• To assist in clearing, cleaning, washing within the kitchen, including in-depth cleaning, using any approved specialized products and methods laid down.

Stock Management

• Maintain cleanliness and proper rotation of stock in all chillers following FIFO system.
• Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate to minimize repeat visits.
• Ensure stock is stored and labelled correctly.

Training and Development

• To undergo training in both formal courses and on-the-job to develop cooking and kitchen organizational skills.
• Actively seek tools for self-growth and development.
• Complete all assigned training on Ines.

Sustainability and Stock

• Always minimize wastage/ spoilage and record wastage on Winnow system.
• To aid stock taking within the total Kitchen Department in conjunction with the Head Chef.

Food Quality and Control

• Perform tasks to the standards & expectations set forth, ensure that all food cooked and served is of a high quality and served at a safe and appropriate temperature.
• Daily checks of all mise en place to ensure freshness & quality standards.
• Complete assigned tasks in an efficient and timely manner.
• Act as an extension of kitchen managers to ensure food consistency & quality.
• Assign and follow - up tasks as dictated by business volumes and supervisors.
• Performs any other reasonable duties as required by the department head.

Qualifications

• Have a strong passion for food.
• 1 year of experience in food production environment
• Food Hygiene and Safety trained.
• Have an enthusiastic and positive attitude.
• Be driven to succeed.

Additional Information

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

We as a company are committed to diversity and inclusion. Our Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered during the recruitment process. We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds.