Pizza Chef (Wood-Fired Oven)

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Vereeniging, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Hospitality & Tourism
R12 000 – R18 000/month
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Job Description

Service is busy at this wood-fired pizzeria in Vereeniging, so steady hands and a tidy station matter here. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

You'll report in Vereeniging. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

  • Train the kitchen assistants on knife safety and prep standards.
  • Cook steaks, burgers and grills to the temperature on the docket.
  • Help cost recipes and track waste on the weekly sheet.
  • Log fridge and freezer temperatures twice a shift on the HACCP sheet.
  • Bake breads, pastries or desserts for the morning buffet.

Must-haves

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

What's in it for you

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: certified copy of your SA ID or work permit plus your culinary qualification or trade test certificate.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

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Before you hit apply

  • Do not leave gaps unexplained; if you did casual banquet work between jobs, say so on your CV.
  • List your stations (grill, pastry, cold, sauce) under each job; head chefs scan for this first.

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Job details
SalaryR12 000 – R18 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationVereeniging, Gauteng
CategoryHospitality & Tourism
Experience4+ years
Posted4 November 2026
Closing Date4 December 2026
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