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Job Title: Assistant Chef

Location: Bovlier Street, Phalaborwa, Limpopo 1390

Job Type: Full- Time

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Assistant Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will assist in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the head chef in preparing and cooking meals.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring.
• Ensure food is presented beautifully and at the correct temperature.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and adhere to food safety regulations.
• Assist in menu planning and inventory management.
• Help train and mentor kitchen staff as needed.
• Participate in daily kitchen operations and assist with special events.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen environment is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques and food safety practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items.
• Ability to work in a hot and sometimes stressful environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R10 000,00 - R15 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Phalaborwa, Limpopo 1390: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Strong Culinary knowledge and skills

Experience:

• Culinary : 3 years (Required)
• Create food Styling and Presentation : 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Chef Qualifications /Certificates (Required)

Location:

• Phalaborwa, Limpopo 1390 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Plating:

• Securing a 100% fulfillment of all customer orders in accordance with quality, quantity and menu specifications
• Cleaning and care of kitchen equipment and workplace and reporting any defective equipment to management
• Adhere to all HACCP rules and regulations including, but not limited to: personal hygiene, CCP documentation, food storage, hand-washing rules and regulations, glove policy, sickness policy.
• Ensure that portion control is adhered to at all times including, but not limited to over production and following weights as specified in menu specifications
• To ensure that the correct equipment is used while plating.
• Maintain effective communication with other kitchen departments and promote effective employee relations
• Maximizing yield and minimizing wastage, improve food cost
• Ensure all plated dishes are in accordance with sample dish.
• Report any and all incidents to Production Management or immediate supervisor
• To ensure and provide an efficient and thorough end product for all airlines to agreed menu specifications or different airline customers
• Ensure that the Daily Box times are met
• Ensure that the Daily CCP records are completed timeously and accurately
• To ensure that all equipment and materials are not left in dangerous state.

Tray Set-Up:

• Ensure that the tray-set up is packed as per specification and client requirement.
• Department and Bond Stores. Further ensure that the correct Equipment is used for the packing.
• Secure the processes in the department concerning hygiene, quality, quantity, meeting of box times and food cost
• Ensure that the quality of the product received is of the best quality before packing and sending it to the client
• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen and its equipment
• Ensure the Food Hygiene and Health and Safety Regulations are always adhered to .
• Manage the handling, cleaning and care of kitchen equipment
• Be prepared to give practical help in any part of the kitchen should the need arise
• Consult with the Line Manager when a product differs from specifications
• Ensure that approval is received before any substitutions are made Support menu developments and menu presentations
• Assist with inventory stock take when required
• Ensure successful execution of last minute orders from airline representative
• Ensure that the Daily Box times are met
• To monitor and report back to your line manager any issues relating to food safety and health and safety
• Ensure that the Daily CCP records are completed accurately and timeously

General Tasks:

• Ensure that all production processes are well followed by the staff.
• Adhere and comply with the company's HACCP Policy's rules and regulations To raise any work-safety hazard when participating in HSE meetings or Risk Assessment.
• Any other reasonable task that may be required by management

Qualifications

• Grade 12

Experience

• 1 Years' Experience

Skills

• Ability to follow job and safety instructions
• Knowledge of standard kitchen eq, utensils & measurements, and the utilisation thereof

Competencies

• Portion Control
• CCP records
• Sanitation Practice

NHS GRAMPIAN
CATERING PRODUCTION ASSISTANT (Band 2)
An opportunity has arisen for a catering production assistant to join the team in the main production kitchen at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.

This role will predominantly involve; cleaning, plating patient meals, basic food handling, and other kitchen porter type duties.

Hours: 14 hours per week on a Rota of 1 week on/ 1 week off

Previous experience of working within a busy catering environment or cleaning operation that is physically demanding will be an advantage, although on the job training is provided.

To apply for this post, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Reliable
• Ability to meet tight and strict deadlines
• Have a strong team work ethic
• Ability to follow specific rules and procedures

In addition to the competencies and qualifications noted above, we are looking for applicants who can demonstrate evidence to support our organisational 'values and behaviours' which are;

• Care & Compassion
• Dignity & Respect
• Openness, Honesty & Responsibility
• Quality & Teamwork

Applicants should be able to show enthusiasm for continuous learning and development, a professional attitude and a passion for working within the wider healthcare care team

For informal discussion, please contact:
Stuart Donald:

Closing date for the post will be:
26th August 2025

Interview date:
Thursday 4th September

We are recruiting for a Assistant Catering Manager. The Assistant Catering Manager will be responsible for guiding the kitchen staff perform to efficiently, whilst establishing standard menu options and recipes, ordering the food and supplies necessary to make these dishes, and overseeing kitchen and line staff. Ensure high quality of food preparation, presentation and service is up to Feedem standards by meeting all quality/star grading standards in all areas of responsibility.

Established in 1975, Feedem is a large contract catering company in South Africa which manages in excess of 300 sites and employs more than 5 000 people ranging from dieticians, chefs and human capital specialists to hygiene experts.

We provide a wide range of catering and associated services to clients in all industries. We customise our catering and services according to their needs. Our services are offered with confidence as everything we do is underpinned by an ethical code and full compliance with all the relevant industry standards and regulations.

We have a country-wide footprint with our head office in Johannesburg, and regional offices in Cape Town, Durban, George, Worcester, Port Elizabeth, Rustenburg, Kimberley and Bloemfontein.

• Tertiary culinary qualification or Chef diploma.
• Previous 5 years managerial experience advantageous in a full facility contract
• Excellent food skills required and resale experience.
• Operational Standards: Performance management, financial analysis, Computer proficiency & Human Resources
• Entrepreneurial skills: Strategic management, Outcome focus & Productivity
• Interpersonal Skills: Client/customer interface, Managing Group process & Communication skills.
• Strong admin skills
• Ability to build and maintain a motivated team in a dynamic environment
• Own transport & a valid driver's license

• Responsible for all aspects of meal preparation, clean-up, and general upkeep of the kitchen
• Attend and give updates at weekly staff meeting
• Responsible for organization, cleanliness, and receiving of all food storage areas; this includes proper rotation of all ingredients to
• To ensure the company image is projected through excellent client relationships, quality of service, product and productivity.
• Understand and maintain all financial aspects of the business – budgeting, forecasting.
• Understand and implement company standards, policies and procedures in line with legislation.
• Ensure Quality Control is in accordance with the Company standards.
• Oversee Cash Management (control of debtors, stock checks and cash checks etc)
• Oversee staff and payroll.
• prevent food waste, making sure that all health and safety regulations are achieved
• To ensure that all menus are calculated correctly to obtain maximum gross profit, and actively increasing the units profitability
• To ensure that all staff are constantly trained to effect good portion control and pleasing presentation of all dishes
• To ensure that all stocks are ordered to the correct quantities, quality and price, and to ensure expenses are within budgeted limits
• Control hygiene and supervision of kitchen cleaning
• Production planning

We are in search of an Assistant Catering Manager to join our Healthcare space. In this role you would be required to assist the manager in the day-to-day management tasks of providing a catering service to the required standards.

As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients' needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the production of meals, snacks and functions, paying particular attention to the quality and presentation thereof.
• Ensure that all tasks and jobs are satisfactorily completed, assuming these duties when necessary.
• Assist with lunch service.
• Assist with the planning and costing of menus.
• Place orders with suppliers.
• Assist with the completion of all administrative returns, salary variations, etc.
• Issue stock and received goods, checking quality, quantity and price, also ensuring that these stocks are correctly stored and rotated.
• Make regular inspections to ensure that company and statutory hygiene standards are maintained.
• Carry out regular On-the-Job Training sessions, be constantly aware of staff who have potential for development and ensure that these people are highlighted for promotion.
• Be fully conversant with HACCP and NOSA regulations and report any defect to the manager.
• Be sensitive to the needs of subordinate staff and report any problems or breaches of discipline to the manager.
• Be security conscious at all times and ensure storerooms, safes and lockable areas are secure.
• Assist with stocktaking on a regular basis.
• Attend meetings and training courses as required.
• Assume control of the restaurant and use own initiative in the absence of the Manager.
• Take part in catering exhibitions, thus gaining further knowledge and experience.

Skills and Competencies:

• Must enjoy working with people.
• Must have good organisational skills.
• Be able to pay attention to detail.
• Have good interpersonal and supervisory skills.
• Be able to work irregular hours, on weekends and public holidays.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have good grooming and presentation skills.
• Must be comfortable working with computers
• Must able to negotiate, organise, delegate and work under pressure.

Qualifications:

• +2 years' experience in the catering and / or restaurant industry on a supervisory level.
• Must have completed at least a Matric
• Previous experience in an Healthcare environment would be highly advantageous.

TSEBO Catering is recruiting an Assistant Catering Manager to join our team, in this role you will be required to assist the Manager in the day-to-day management tasks of providing a catering service to the required standards.

As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients' needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

• To assist in the production of meals, snacks and functions, paying particular attention to the quality and presentation thereof.
• To ensure that all tasks and jobs are satisfactorily completed, assuming these duties when necessary.
• To assist with lunch service.
• To assist with the planning and costing of menus.
• To place orders with suppliers.
• To assist with the completion of all administrative returns, salary variations, etc.
• To issue stocks and received goods, checking quality, quantity and price, also ensuring that these stocks are correctly stored and rotated.
• To make regular inspections to ensure that company and statutory hygiene standards are maintained.
• To carry out regular On-the-Job Training sessions, be constantly aware of staff who have potential for development and ensure that these people are highlighted for promotion.
• To be fully conversant with HACCP and NOSA regulations and report any defect to the manager.
• To be sensitive to the needs of subordinate staff and report any problems or breaches of discipline to the manager.
• To be security conscious at all times and ensure storerooms, safes and lockable areas are secure.
• To assist with stocktaking on a regular basis. To attend meetings and training courses as required.
• To assume control of the restaurant and use own initiative in the absence of the Manager.
• To take part in catering exhibitions, thus gaining further knowledge and experience.

• Must enjoy working with people.
• Must have good organisational skills.
• Be able to pay attention to detail.
• Have good interpersonal and supervisory skills.
• Be able to work irregular hours, on weekends and public holidays.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have good grooming and presentation skills.
• Must be comfortable working with computers
• Must able to negotiate, organise, delegate and work under pressure.

• Be 21 years of age and have at least 2 years' experience in the catering and / or restaurant industry on a supervisory level.
• Must have completed at least a standard 10 / secondary education

We are in search of an Assistant Catering Manager to join our Healthcare space. In this role you would be required to assist the manager in the day-to-day management tasks of providing a catering service to the required standards.

As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients' needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the production of meals, snacks and functions, paying particular attention to the quality and presentation thereof.
• Ensure that all tasks and jobs are satisfactorily completed, assuming these duties when necessary.
• Assist with lunch service.
• Assist with the planning and costing of menus.
• Place orders with suppliers.
• Assist with the completion of all administrative returns, salary variations, etc.
• Issue stock and received goods, checking quality, quantity and price, also ensuring that these stocks are correctly stored and rotated.
• Make regular inspections to ensure that company and statutory hygiene standards are maintained.
• Carry out regular On-the-Job Training sessions, be constantly aware of staff who have potential for development and ensure that these people are highlighted for promotion.
• Be fully conversant with HACCP and NOSA regulations and report any defect to the manager.
• Be sensitive to the needs of subordinate staff and report any problems or breaches of discipline to the manager.
• Be security conscious at all times and ensure storerooms, safes and lockable areas are secure.
• Assist with stocktaking on a regular basis.
• Attend meetings and training courses as required.
• Assume control of the restaurant and use own initiative in the absence of the Manager.
• Take part in catering exhibitions, thus gaining further knowledge and experience.

Skills and Competencies:

• Must enjoy working with people.
• Must have good organisational skills.
• Be able to pay attention to detail.
• Have good interpersonal and supervisory skills.
• Be able to work irregular hours, on weekends and public holidays.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have good grooming and presentation skills.
• Must be comfortable working with computers
• Must able to negotiate, organise, delegate and work under pressure.

Qualifications:

• +2 years' experience in the catering and / or restaurant industry on a supervisory level.
• Must have completed at least a Matric
• Previous experience in an Healthcare environment would be highly advantageous.

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

Food service assistance and customer service. Knowledge of food preparation, Food hygiene and health & safety requirements

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Assist with preparation of food and beverage items.
• Maintain quality standards in food preparation and presentation and in accordance with food, health and safety requirements.
• Work with Chef and/or cook in meeting food preparation requirements based on recipe and menu.
• Provide support on quality food preparation and output relevant to catering events.

CORE COMPETENCIES

The incumbent of this position must have:

• Customer services orientation
• Results-orientation
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Quality
• Ability to work under pressure Flexibility
• Quality orientated.
• Attentiveness

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade months relevant experience in a catering and hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of food preparation, Hygiene, knowledge of health and safety requirements. Great customer service.

DISCLAIMER:Nelson Mandela University is a designated employer committed to pursuing excellence, diversity, inclusion, and redress in achieving its employment equity targets. Preference will be given to suitably qualified (Race and Gender) candidates in accordance with the University's employment equity targets. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 26 September 2025.