Job Description

Brief description The main purpose of this position is to provide food preparation and cooking services in all sections of the kitchen, under the guidance and supervision of the Hospitality Services Coordinator, within the Currency Management Department (CMD) of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

Detailed description The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Plan and perform tasks against work plans as defined by the team leader.
• Identify, evaluate, and solve defined, routine and new problems within a familiar context, applying solutions based on relevant evidence and procedures while demonstrating an understanding of the consequences.
• Prepare and cook quality food items which includes, but is not limited to, salads, baked foods, refreshments and so forth, as per an approved menu.
• Provide support to the Hospitality Services Coordinator where required, including, but not limited to, stock management, cleaning, department administration, scullery duties and procurement, which includes the ordering of ingredients required for food preparation.
• Assist with serving lunch to staff members and manning the pay points.
• Adhere to hygiene, health, and safety standards in the kitchen, as well as the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management) standards.
• Engage positively with stakeholders and customers, including handling customersxe2x80x99 complaints and compliments.
• Address any gaps in own performance of tasks and activities against the required standards.