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Kitchen Assistant (Prep & Scullery) – Experienced

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Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal

Contract

Posted 4 hours ago

Contract Hospitality & Tourism

R10 250 – R15 500/month

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Job Description

Want to grow as a chef? This conference centre kitchen in Newcastle gives you real stations and real volume. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

The work is in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

What you'll actually do

Clean down your section, deep-clean the fryer and scrub the extractor filters.
Run your station during service and call back every ticket from the pass.
Label, date and rotate stock using first-in, first-out.
Prep veg, sauces, marinades and portions from the daily mise en place list.
Cook for banquets and conference lunches of 100 to 400 guests.

Must-haves

1 to 3 years in a busy commercial kitchen
Weekend, holiday and evening work is part of the deal
You know food safety basics under R638 and HACCP
Good knife skills and you can prep at speed
You take instruction from the head chef without drama

Nice if you have

Experience with combi ovens and batch cooking
Halaal or kosher kitchen experience

What's in it for you

Live-in accommodation at lodge postings
On-the-job training with a path to chef de partie
Chef whites and safety shoes provided

How to apply

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: a CV listing each kitchen, your station and dates plus photos of dishes you have plated (on your phone is fine).
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 8 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Newcastle; 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.

Before you hit apply

Do not leave gaps unexplained; if you did casual banquet work between jobs, say so on your CV.
Expect a trade test: bring your own knives, arrive early and clean as you go the whole time.