PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Assist in various food preparation and cooking tasks under the supervision of the Chef de Partie to meet the expected food quality standard and deliver consistent culinary experience.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:
- Min Grade 10
- 1-2 years experience in the same or similar position.
- Knowledge of
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Assist chefs with the food preparation process, such as chopping vegetables, trimming meat, and measuring ingredients accurately according to recipes.
- Ensures that all mise-en-place is completed prior to food service periods.
- Always adhere to the correct cooking methods.
- Maintain and clean all equipment after use and ensure proper storage.
- Keep stores, refrigerators, and freezers in the department clean and tidy.
- Ensure labelling of dates on products according to requirements.
- Assist with deliveries and restocking.
- Assist with stock rotation.
- Safely and appropriately use tools/equipment/appliances to prepare food.
- Assist in the plating and presentation of dishes, ensuring they meet the chef's standards for aesthetics and quality.
- Wash and disinfect kitchen area; set-up and break-down workstation; and follow and ensure compliance with sanitation and cleaning procedures.
- Follow the guidance of chefs, rotating through kitchen stations to gain a well-rounded experience.
- Ensure daily kitchen Opening & Closing procedures are adhered to.
- Always adhere to and follow all Standard Operating procedures on, Quality Control, Health Hygiene and Safety.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
- Live the O&L Values
- Leads Growth
- Takes Bold Stands
- Causes Alignment
- Being Authentic
- Inspires Innovation
- Deliver Extraordinary results.
Closing Date: 10 April 2024
This position is subject to a pre-employment screening and vetting process, and by applying for this position, Applicants acknowledge that they are aware that the Company reserves the right to carry out screening / pre-employment vetting of all shortlisted Applicants. A Certificate of Conduct issued by the Namibian Police (not older than 6 months) will be required from shortlisted Applicants.