Commis Chef

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

POSITION INFO:
Location: Stellenbosch
 
About Roll
 
A luxury hospitality portfolio known for sophisticated escapes and unique guest experiences offers dynamic career opportunities to positive, vibrant, and energetic individuals.
The Commis Chef is responsible for assisting the kitchen team in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality dishes while ensuring adherence to hygiene, safety, and cost control standards.
 
Main Responsibilities:

• Perform mise en place, including the preparation and cutting of meat and fish, and other essential prep work.
• Cook and plate food as instructed by senior chefs.
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff, including apprentice chefs, to ensure efficient food service.
• Properly handle kitchen equipment, utensils, and machinery while ensuring safety procedures are followed.
• Communicate with morning or afternoon shift Commis Chefs to ensure a smooth handover of responsibilities.
• Maintain food quality and presentation standards based on the guidelines set by the Head Chef and senior kitchen team.
• Ensure proper rotation of products in storage and refrigerators.
• Clear and store food surplus properly after every service.
• Assist with the proper storing of stock received.
• Report any malfunctioning equipment or maintenance issues to senior chefs.
• Assist in monthly kitchen inventory counts.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of hotel facilities and assist guests with inquiries in a professional manner.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, or courses as required.

• Minimum 1 year experience in a kitchen environment
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage service standards

• Matric Certificate
• A relevant culinary qualification
• Preference given to candidates from Franschhoek and neighbouring areas
• Strong time management and communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure