Commis Chef

SUMMARY:
Our Client is looking for a  Commis Chef to join their team

POSITION INFO:
Location: Eastern Cape

 Minimum Criteria Required:

• Completed cookery traineeship or equivalent.
• A formal qualification in Food Safety, such as HACCP or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in producing basic food preparations and mise-en-place.

• Follow established policies, processes, and standards to ensure high-quality mise-en-place is prepared for chefs.
• Produce basic menu items to the standard established by the Head Chef.
• Adhere to standard food preparations as instructed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, security, and health and safety policies, processes, and procedures in accordance with local legislation.
• Hold a current food handler health or HACCP certificate where applicable.
• Monitor to ensure all foods are stored in the correct places within food-safe environments and at the appropriate temperature.
• Demonstrate competent knife skills to accurately produce a variety of vegetable cuts.
• Possess knowledge of basic herbs, spices, and ingredients and their use.
• Exhibit competency in producing basic food preparations and mise-en-place.
• Follow formal policies, processes, and standards.
• Adhere to health, safety, security, and other legal requirements.

• Proficient in speaking and understanding English.
• Knowledge of GAAP POS and Microsoft Excel.
• Good understanding of food costing and wastage control.
• Sober habits.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and under high-pressure conditions.
• Strong knowledge of Food and Beverage service.
• Interested candidates are encouraged to apply