Cook - Talent Pool

KITCHEN ASSISTANT POSITION - HAVEN OLD AGE HOME

Location:

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

• Prepares and cooks meats, fish, vegetables, gravies, cereals, soups, fruits, bakery products and other forms of food.
• Prepares and cooks food for special diets from recipes formulated by qualified personnel.
• Assists in on‑the‑job training and directs the work of food service workers, students and other employees within the assignment area.
• Assists in the preparation of salads and desserts.
• Notifies supervisor of food and supplies needed, checks in food and supplies as necessary, and maintains food production records.
• Cleans kitchen, kitchen utensils and equipment; secures refrigerator and freezer.
• Serves food as required.
• Maintains maximum standards of sanitation and safety.
• Attends scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Reports equipment and food quality promptly to the Kitchen Manager.
• Uses standardized recipe cards for preparing all products; does not rely on memory.
• Operates as part of a team with good interpersonal skills.
• Maintains high quality and hygiene standards as per company policy.
• Prepares and presents food.
• Ensures correct portion control is adhered to.
• Delivers food timeously.
• Assists with menu planning and stock control.
• Works overtime when required.
• Stays abreast of food trends and best practices.
• Makes additional contributions outside the scope of responsibility as assigned.

• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Computer literate
• Organizing and planning skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Excellent food skills
• Strong client and customer service skills
• Good organizational skills

• Minimum requirement:
  Matric
• Proven cooking experience
• Two years experience in a similar role
• Culinary qualification would be advantageous

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Facilities Services