Chef - Full Time

About the role

Brites Management Services is hiring a full-time Chef for its Westlands location in the hospitality industry. The role covers food preparation, kitchen operations, hygiene and safety, inventory monitoring and cost control.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present meals according to approved recipes, portion sizes and quality standards, accommodating dietary requirements and special requests.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards, including proper storage, labeling and FIFO stock rotation.
• Keep kitchen workstations, utensils and equipment clean.
• Organize daily kitchen activities for efficient workflow and coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Monitor stock levels, minimize food wastage, take part in stock counts and verify deliveries.
• Guide junior kitchen staff and comply with company policies and occupational health and safety regulations.

Required profile

• Certificate or diploma in Culinary Arts, Food Production, Hospitality Management or a related field.
• At least three years of hands-on experience in a busy restaurant or hotel kitchen.
• Valid Food Handler's certificate is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods and presentation.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Excellent organization and time management, ability to work under pressure, strong attention to detail and good communication and teamwork skills.

To apply, send your CV to the employer by email; interviews are held on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.