14 Prep Cook jobs in South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 05/05/2025

The International Hotel School Cape Town Campus is looking for a Chef Lecturer to join our academic team.

The purpose of the role is to teach and share your passion for the culinary industry with eager young students; helping them grow individually, and ultimately playing a role in their career paths and success in life. This is a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience reserved for only the most dedicated individuals.

We need a person who is patient, understanding, helpful, and calm. You should have a genuine appreciation for the new generation and what they are contributing to the workplace. You should have an engaging personality, be naturally supportive, instill positivity, and be mature enough to give sound advice.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

1. NQF 5 qualification in culinary arts / hospitality
2. City and Guilds Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking / Patisserie beneficial
3. Certified as an Assessor
4. A minimum of 5 years relevant, practical industry experience
5. A minimum of 2 years lecturing / teaching experience
6. Vocational, POE, and practical assessment experience
7. Knowledge of academic compliance within the vocational educational sector
8. Vocational, POE, and practical assessment implementation and management experience
9. Proficient in computer software, apps, social media, and technology in general

Qualities:

• Passion for the company’s mission
• Positive attitude and endurance
• Organized, efficient, and accurate in performance

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to recipes and menu specifications On Board Cruise Ship

- Ensure all food is cooked to the appropriate temperature and presented in an appealing manner

- Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures

- Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies

- Collaborate with other members of the kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient service

- Maintain a clean and organized work station

- Adhere to all company and industry safety standards

- Continuously strive to improve skills and knowledge through training and development opportunities

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Line Cook in a high-volume kitchen

- Culinary degree or diploma preferred

- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods

- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

- Excellent time management and organizational skills

- Attention to detail and a passion for creating high-quality dishes

- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

- Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination and background check

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Description

Five Iron Golf is the country's premier indoor golf and entertainment experience, with 26 locations nationwide and more on the way. Its core mission is to seamlessly meld golf and entertainment, making golf inclusive and accessible for all.

Role Overview

The Line Cook/The Dishwasher at Five Iron will support the team leader in managing all aspects of our kitchen. Responsibilities include preparing, cooking, and delivering flavorful dishes, ensuring a satisfying guest experience. The role involves assisting with additional tasks as directed by the team lead.

Responsibilities

• Open/close the kitchen when needed.
• Prepare various appetizers and entrees, maintaining fully stocked stations.
• Wash, sanitize, and organize all pans, utensils, and dishes.
• Maintain cleanliness of dishwashing equipment and work area.
• Assist with cleaning food prep stations and equipment.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.
• Provide high-quality customer service to guests.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a line cook or in a kitchen environment preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Health and safety training credentials and local certification requirements.
• Flexibility with hours, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Pay: $19-$21/hr

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule: Nights and weekends required

Five Iron Golf is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities and accommodating all employee needs.

Location: One Washington Mall, Boston, MA, 02108

Accountant
R30 R38

We are in need of an accountant at our offices outside Durbanville.

Responsibilities:

1. Stock reconciliation and journals
2. Assisting on stock takes
3. Check if invoices are SARS compliant
4. Month end journals
5. Intercompany invoices and calculation thereof
6. Maintain Hire Purchases and monthly allocation
7. Capture new assets on Hire Purchase agreement
8. Maintain large Fixed Asset Register on a monthly basis (4 companies)
9. Calculation of depreciation and monthly journals
10. Opening balance journals after audit
11. Recon internal loan accounts
12. Rental invoicing and collection of rent
13. Assist FM with yearly audit
14. Handle the full function on four smaller entities

Essential Requirements:

1. Well organized and adaptable
2. Good communication skills telephonically or via e-mail with clients
3. Matric with the necessary degree
4. At least 5 years experience
5. Own reliable transport
6. Speak and write Afrikaans & English fluently
7. Willingness to work overtime at month end
8. Strong work ethic and sober habits

We are a dynamic, vibrant company supplying the building industry.

If you do not fit this profile as above, please do not send your CV.

In return, you will receive a market-related salary, become a member of a provident fund, and have annual close down in December during builders' holiday.

Working hours are from 07:00 to 17:00, but only until 15:00 on a Friday. Should you not hear back from our offices within 5 working days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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• General knowledge or experience with food preparation and service;
• Physically able to stand long periods of time;
• Physically fit for strenuous activity of lifting and moving items up to 30lbs;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including child friendly nature;
• Acts with integrity, fairness, trust, respect, and professionalism.

• General knowledge or experience with food preparation and service;
• Physically able to stand long periods of time;
• Physically fit for strenuous activity of lifting and moving items up to 30lbs;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including child friendly nature;
• Acts with integrity, fairness, trust, respect, and professionalism.

• Assists in food preparation and service, as needed, for Breakfast, Lunch and Snack, using proper USDA portion control standards;
• Completes morning set up procedures to include: sinks, silverware, napkins, sanitizer bottles, water cart, washing fruit, snack cart, breakfast restock, and Tidewatch snacks;
• Maintains dish room and floors; washing dishes and sweeping as needed;
• Assists with receipt of deliveries and proper stocking procedures;
• Ensures productivity levels are high at all times to achieve daily goals in a timely manner;
• Completes breakdown and clean-up duties to include: storage of foods, dishwashing, sanitizing wipe down, sweep floor, dressings restocked and Tidewatch set-up;
• Reports food supply needs to the Executive Chef;
• Assists with cafeteria set up or clean up;
• Assists with chalkboard education and/or cafeteria interaction;
• Follows proper food handling to maintain food quality and ensure food safety.
• Responsible for the preparation and serving of food and beverages in accordance with all federal, state, and local policies.
• Adheres to all health and safety policies.
• Operates equipment in properly to assure safety and to avoid damage to the equipment.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment; performs job safely.
• Adheres to policies and procedures as outlined in the Riverview Employee Handbook.
• Responsible for maintaining the highest standards of personal hygiene and appearance.
• Establishes effective working relationships with other members of the school staff.
• Promotes the overall effectiveness by performing tasks and sharing responsibilities with members of the department during peak periods or when there is an overload of duties.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef.
• Maintains job skills and participate in available training programs.

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Part-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Education

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• General knowledge or experience with food preparation and service;
• Physically able to stand long periods of time;
• Physically fit for strenuous activity of lifting and moving items up to 30lbs;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including child friendly nature;
• Acts with integrity, fairness, trust, respect, and professionalism.

• Assists in food preparation and service, as needed, for Breakfast, Lunch and Snack, using proper USDA portion control standards;
• Completes morning set up procedures to include: sinks, silverware, napkins, sanitizer bottles, water cart, washing fruit, snack cart, breakfast restock, and Tidewatch snacks;
• Maintains dish room and floors; washing dishes and sweeping as needed;
• Assists with receipt of deliveries and proper stocking procedures;
• Ensures productivity levels are high at all times to achieve daily goals in a timely manner;
• Completes breakdown and clean-up duties to include: storage of foods, dishwashing, sanitizing wipe down, sweep floor, dressings restocked and Tidewatch set-up;
• Reports food supply needs to the Executive Chef;
• Assists with cafeteria set up or clean up;
• Assists with chalkboard education and/or cafeteria interaction;
• Follows proper food handling to maintain food quality and ensure food safety.
• Responsible for the preparation and serving of food and beverages in accordance with all federal, state, and local policies.
• Adheres to all health and safety policies.
• Operates equipment in properly to assure safety and to avoid damage to the equipment.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment; performs job safely.
• Adheres to policies and procedures as outlined in the Riverview Employee Handbook.
• Responsible for maintaining the highest standards of personal hygiene and appearance.
• Establishes effective working relationships with other members of the school staff.
• Promotes the overall effectiveness by performing tasks and sharing responsibilities with members of the department during peak periods or when there is an overload of duties.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef.
• Maintains job skills and participate in available training programs.

The Production Officer is responsible for overseeing various aspects of the production process, including crop census, agronomy sample management, crop protection, fertigation, pollination, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The role ensures accurate record-keeping, adherence to quality standards, and seamless coordination with relevant teams.

The Production Officer is responsible for overseeing various aspects of the production process, including crop census, agronomy sample management, crop protection, fertigation, pollination, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The role ensures accurate record-keeping, adherence to quality standards, and seamless coordination with relevant teams.

Chido Nenguke

24 June 2024

KITCHEN ASSISTANT POSITION - HAVEN OLD AGE HOME

Chido Nenguke

24 June 2024

Make a difference

The Haven Night Shelter Organisation’s method is to offer social work services, rehabilitation opportunities, family reunification services, physical care and support to adult people living on the streets who are committed to reintegration.

The Haven Night Shelter Require THE SERVICES OF A KITCHEN ASSISTANT for our Haven Old Age Home at Woodstock, Cape Town. The successful applicant will report DIRECTLY TO THE MANAGER

Minimum Duties

The Kitchen Assistant will be responsible for:

• Properly cleaning and sanitising all food preparation areas according to established standards of hygiene.
• Washing and appropriately storing all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes.
• Preparation of meal ingredients, which includes washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting, and chopping fruit, vegetables, poultry, and meat.
• Sweeping and mopping the kitchen floors as well as wiping down kitchen walls.
• Assisting with the unloading of delivered food supplies.
• Organizing and correctly storing food supplies.
• Promptly transferring meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen as per the Cook's instructions.