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Commis Chef (Hotel Kitchen) – Permanent

How2Apply Talent Network

Mamelodi, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Hospitality & Tourism

R11 000 – R16 000/month

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Job Description

Behind every good plate at this conference centre kitchen in Mamelodi is a cook who preps properly, and that could be you. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

Location: Mamelodi, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

What you'll actually do

Cook for banquets and conference lunches of 100 to 400 guests.
Plate to the spec photo so every dish looks the same.
Prep veg, sauces, marinades and portions from the daily mise en place list.
Run your station during service and call back every ticket from the pass.
Help cost recipes and track waste on the weekly sheet.

What you need

1 to 3 years in a busy commercial kitchen
You take instruction from the head chef without drama
Comfortable in heat, on your feet, for long split shifts
A culinary certificate or City & Guilds, or solid on-the-job experience
Good knife skills and you can prep at speed
Weekend, holiday and evening work is part of the deal

Extra points for

Stock and ordering experience on a system such as Micros or Pilot
Experience with combi ovens and batch cooking

What's in it for you

On-the-job training with a path to chef de partie
Transport allowance for split and late shifts
Chef whites and safety shoes provided

Applying, step by step

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: photos of dishes you have plated (on your phone is fine) plus a CV listing each kitchen, your station and dates.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Mamelodi; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

List your stations (grill, pastry, cold, sauce) under each job; head chefs scan for this first.
Expect a trade test: bring your own knives, arrive early and clean as you go the whole time.