Assistant Kitchen Manager / Stock Controller at Faircape Group

Key Responsibilities

Stock Control & Kitchen Operations

• Support daily kitchen operations with a strong focus on stock control and accuracy
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly stock counts (food, beverages, consumables, and equipment)
• Capture, reconcile, and report stock movements and variances
• Assist with procurement and ordering in line with company policies and budget controls
• Monitor portion control and wastage, reporting trends and recommending improvements
• Ensure correct food storage, temperature control, labelling, and stock rotation (FIFO)
• Assist with oversight of kitchen equipment and report maintenance requirements

Hygiene, Health & Compliance

• Support implementation and maintenance of HACCP and hygiene standards
• Perform routine hygiene inspections and corrective follow-ups
• Ensure compliance with Department of Health regulations and internal SOPs
• Participate in Health & Safety meetings and inspections
• Report and escalate incidents, hazards, or non-compliance immediately

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate kitchen records, reports, and checklists
• Assist with asset tracking (equipment, crockery, utensils)
• Support audits and resolve discrepancies timeously
• Identify and suggest operational improvements to enhance efficiency and control

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Matric
• Diploma or Certificate in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or related field advantageous
• Food Safety / Hygiene Certification 

Experience & Knowledge

• Previous experience in a kitchen, catering, or food service environment
• Proven exposure to stock control, ordering, and inventory management
• Understanding of kitchen operations and food safety standards
• Basic Health & Safety knowledge
• Experience working with POS systems (advantageous)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong administrative and reporting ability
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Excel
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Clear, professional communication skills
• Customer-focused and respectful interpersonal style
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable interacting with elderly residents and multidisciplinary teams

Personal Attributes

• Well-groomed, professional, and reliable
• Organised, structured, and process-driven
• Team-oriented with a positive, accountable attitude
• Strong follow-through and problem-solving ability

Specific Requirements

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Own reliable transport
• Two written references