Job Description

As a trusted partner to hospitals and clinical facilities nationwide, Fedics offers industry-specific catering services built on reliability, compliance, and a deep understanding of healthcare dietary requirements. Their teams create patient-centred meal experiences that promote healing while supporting the overall healthcare system. Fedics is seeking a skilled and patient-focused Production Chef to join our Healthcare Catering Team. This role is responsible for producing high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals that meet strict healthcare standards, therapeutic diet requirements, and patient expectations. The Production Chef will work in a high-compliance environment, ensuring that all food safety, hygiene, and clinical dietary guidelines are followed with absolute accuracy. You will manage bulk meal production, oversee diet-specific preparation, maintain portion control and consistency, and ensure efficient workflow within the kitchen. The ideal candidate is hands-on, disciplined, organised, and able to perform under pressure while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centred approach to meal service.
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Duties & Responsibilities Prepare and cook meals according to therapeutic diet specifications and menu requirements Ensure food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance at all times Maintain accurate temperature logs and documentation Oversee bulk production and ensure efficiency during peak service times Ensure consistent portion control, presentation, and food quality Prevent cross-contamination, particularly in allergen-sensitive environments Coordinate with ward hostesses, clinical staff, and catering management Ensure correct labelling and distribution of patient meals Maintain cleanliness and safe operation of all kitchen equipment Assist with stock control, stock rotation, and waste management
Skills and Competencies Strong culinary skills with a passion for healthcare catering High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and teamwork Ability to follow clinical instructions precisely Organised, reliable, and able to multitask in fast-paced environments Compassionate and patient-focused approach Strong understanding of hygiene and compliance
Qualifications Grade 12 (Matric) Professional Cookery/Culinary qualification (Advantageous) 2-3 years' experience as a Production Chef, preferably in a healthcare, hospital, or therapeutic diet environment Sound knowledge of special diets (e.g., soft, renal, diabetic, allergen-specific, cardiac) Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, and hospital hygiene standards Ability to read, follow, and execute diet lists and production sheets Experience in bulk food production Computer literacy (basic MS Office) Ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required

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