Job Description
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Intern Chef for our staff canteen in Bramley Park, Sandton. This role is ideal for a chef eager to learn, grow, and develop their skills in a professional kitchen environment. The staff canteen serves 60–70 people daily with a single meal service, preparing many items in-house using advanced techniques such as sous-vide.
Key Details
- Location: Bramley Park, Sandton (Johannesburg)
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00–16:00
- Occasional Functions: Saturday or evening service approximately once every 3 months
- Salary: R7,000 per month
- Style of Food: High-quality canteen meals, not fine dining plating
Responsibilities
- Independently manage kitchen operations
- Cooking and plating of meals
- Cleaning and maintaining hygiene standards
- Handling purchases and stock control
- Performing regular stock takes and monitoring usage
- Collaborating with the facilities team when needed
Requirements & Qualifications
- NQF Level 5 Occupational Certificate: Chef (or working towards completion)
- Valid driver’s licence and ability to drive
- Knowledge of modern cooking techniques, e.g., sous-vide, and openness to using kitchen technology
- Understanding of HACCP food safety standards and kitchen hygiene practices
- Strong foundation in culinary basics: stocks, sauces, butchery, and basic pastry
- Interest in food costs, budgeting, and waste reduction
- Hunger to learn and grow as a chef
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
- Reliability and professionalism
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