Chef at Busamed

Summary

• The Chef is responsible for the preparation Plan, prepare, and cook meals according to menu requirements and quality standards. The Chef will also be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen with the chef/cook on duty.

Responsibilities and Duties:    

• To collect all items for production at the commencement of each shift
• Ensuring that the ovens, flattops, fridges and other kitchen equipment is working sufficiently
• Ensuring that dishes are washed by the cleaner on duty and ready before each shift
• Understanding the menu and communicating Orders and stock to the supervisor or Manager on duty
• Responsible for the preparation and execution of meals to the correct standards
• To timeously portion and prepare stock in order for efficient operation
• To ensure that the food quality is of high standard – taste, color, consistency, texture, flavor etc.
• Responsible for making sure kitchen is cleared and clean before closing
• To assist the cooks whenever possible or necessary to build them up and train them
• To assist with the organizing, planning and preparation of snacks and meals for special functions and meetings that may take place in house in the Hospital
• To ensure that hygiene standards are always maintained, including personal hygiene and general kitchen hygiene
• Following daily and weekly cleaning schedules
• Following weekly and monthly maintenance inspection routines
• To assist with on job training to Chefs/cooks so that all staff are motivated to improve on performance
• Reporting any faults or defects to the supervisor on duty, paying particular attention to safety and health hazards

Requirements

• Certificate / Diploma Chefs qualifications
• Grade 12

Work Experience

• Cooking and preparing a daily variety of fresh meals
• Working experience in private healthcare will be advantageous

Knowledge

• Setting standards for others and measuring performance
• Be able to monitor time effectively when preparing and cooking food orders to minimize staff/patients wait time and increase kitchen efficiencies
• Monitor food orders quality and ensure items are stored appropriately
• Able to speak, read, write, and understand English

Deadline:26th May,2026