(1590) Commis Chef - Durban at South African Reserve Bank

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

• Plan and perform tasks against work plans defined by the team leader. 
• Identify, evaluate and resolve 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, including salads, baked foods and refreshments, as per an approved menu. 
• Support the Hospitality Services Coordinator where required, including tasks such as stock management, cleaning, department administration scullery duties and procurement (ordering 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 Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management) standards.
• Engage positively with stakeholders and customers, including handling customers’ complaints and compliments.
• Address any gaps in own performance of tasks and activities to meet the required standards.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification; and
• one to two years’ experience in a culinary and catering environment.

The following would be an added advantage:

• a certificate in food preparation or an equivalent certificatio