Prepper , Polokwane Central (W)

Pedros Chicken; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedros Chicken is opening a brand-new store in Polokwane and seeking energetic team members to help launch our kitchen operations. You will contribute to accurate food preparation and ingredient management in a fast-paced setting, supporting a strong store culture from day one.

Join us to grow with the brand, adhere to hygiene standards, and assist in maintaining a clean, well-organised kitchen while working long hours as part of a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Basic kitchen experience preferred.
• Understanding of hygiene standards.

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

Exciting New Restaurant

Join our family as we open our brand-new store in Polokwane. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic launch team, grow your skills in a fast-paced environment, and contribute to building a strong store culture from day one. We are looking for passionate, energetic individuals who are ready to grow with our brand.

Purpose

Ensure efficient kitchen operations through accurate food preparation and ingredient management.

Key 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.

Competencies Required

• Organisational skills
• Manual dexterity
• Hygiene awareness
• Instruction-following ability
• Consistency
• Physical stamina
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail

Requirements

• Basic kitchen experience advantageous.
• Understanding of hygiene standards.

Ability to work long hours when required.