Job Description

The Faircape Group constitutes a group of companies with interests in a number of activities including Healthcare, Retirement Holdings, Restaurant and Catering and related activities.
We operate in 6 prime locations across the Western Cape and we are currently in search of a skilled and experienced Chef De Partie to join our Restaurant and Catering team at our facility Heritage Manor in Somerset West, in the Western Cape.
Why Join Us?
At Faircape, we value our team and offer fantastic benefits, including:
? Quarterly performance bonuses ?
? Long service leave
? Discounts on our high-speed ISP packages (after probation)
If you are an energetic chef with a creative flair and want to work for a well-established company, this is the ideal role for you! Responsibilities include, but not be limited:
Meal Preparation and Presentation

• Control cooking of all food from preparation to presentation

• Ensure the meals are prepared correctly according to company specifications
• Ensure that all necessary safety and health procedures are followed at all times

• Ensure that you use the equipment correctly and safely

Health and safety

• Ensure you and your team maintain the highest possible food hygiene standards

Coffee Shop

• Ensure that the quality of cafe meals is of the highest standard
• Ensure that the cafe fridge is cleaned and all items labelled and dated as per company policy

Qualifications:
Chef's diploma / qualification from a registered tertiary education provider
Requirements and Experience:

• Experience in food quality management and standardisation
• Strong focus on quality and adherence to sanitation procedures

• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• Ability to travel and relieve colleagues at other facilities when required

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to follow sanitization procedures
• Excellent communication skills
• Consistently focus on maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of food preparation and service
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional food quality in every dish
• In-depth understanding of food handling procedures to ensure safety and quality
• Proficient in various cooking and baking techniques and methods
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in a kitchen environment

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Written references

Working hours: You will be required to work 16.25 shifts per month, according to the roster, from 07h00 to 19h00, Monday to Sunday. Need to be flexible to accommodate the standby procedure of the company.
Faircape offers a market related salary. The salary will be dependable on experience, qualifications, skills and attributes. Please note, your total salary could increase per month due to Sundays work - remunerated at time and half, Public holidays - double and quarterly bonuses)
Explore more about the Faircape Group on our informative website:
Your application will only be considered should you complete the following:
1)The one way online interview - the link will automatically be sent once you submit your online application. The interview may be done at your own convenience and will be reviewed by the team.
2)Written references are compulsory and applications submitted without these will not be considered.
Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Skills Required