Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent
• Culinary Qualification will be advantageous
• 2-5 years’ experience and proven record in a retirement village, hopsital , hotel or restaurant kitchen environment
• At least 2 years’ experience in similar position
• Ability to work within a team

Duties and Responsibilities

• To liaise with Managers regarding menus and daily preparation requirements.
• To prepare, cook and co-ordinate menu items for meals (vegetables, soups, desserts and salads) according to recipe specification and procedures.
• To ensure that meals are ready and served at the specified times and in correct manner.
• To clean and wash all small equipment used in cooking.
• To keep his/her own work area clean, this includes floors, tiles, work surfaces and equipment used in preparation.
• To use equipment, materials and cleaning agents correctly and according to instructions.
• To observe all hygiene and safety rules.
• To prepare all function items when necessary.
• To ensure that shifts are commenced on time and that the correct clean uniforms are worn at all times.
• To correctly carry out instructions from Managers and within the set time limits.
• To assist in the preparation of any dishes when necessary and to assist in the cleaning of any area in the kitchen when requested to do so.

Additional Duties:

• To relieve and assist in other areas and departments if and when necessary.
• To attend meetings and training courses as required.
• To observe the Company Rules and Regulations at all times.