Chef
Tsebo Solutions Group
Duties & Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and oversee mass food production in a high-volume industrial kitchen
- Lead and coordinate functions, events, and special catering requirements, including preparation, service, and breakdown
- Ensure meals are prepared and served according to approved menus, recipes, and portion standards
- Plan and develop menus suitable for mass production and functions, in line with client and nutritional requirements
- Cost menus accurately to ensure food is produced within budgeted guidelines and GP targets
- Supervise and support kitchen staff to ensure efficient daily operations and service delivery
- Ensure strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HSE standards at all times
- Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency across all services
- Control stock levels, order ingredients, and ensure correct storage and rotation of food items
- Minimise waste and manage food costs through effective portion control and stock management
- Ensure proper use, care, and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas
- Maintain accurate records related to food production, stock, and hygiene checks
- Adhere to all Tsebo policies, procedures, and client standards
Skills and Competencies
- Proven ability to manage high-volume, mass food production in an industrial catering environment
- Experience in coordinating and delivering functions and events catering
- Strong knowledge of menu planning and costing, with sound cost and portion control
- Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, HSE, and quality standards
- Ability to supervise, guide, and motivate kitchen staff
- Strong planning, organisational, and time-management skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet service deadlines
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Attention to detail with a focus on quality and consistency
- Commercial awareness, including waste reduction and cost control
- Reliable, disciplined, and committed to service excellence
Qualifications
- Grade 12
- Professional Cookery or Related Qualification – essential