Chef at Tsebo Solution

• We are recruiting for a Chef to plan, prepare, and supervise high-quality meal production in a high-volume industrial catering environment, including mass production and support for functions and events, while ensuring strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Plan, prepare, and oversee mass food production in a high-volume industrial kitchen
• Lead and coordinate functions, events, and special catering requirements, including preparation, service, and breakdown
• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to approved menus, recipes, and portion standards
• Plan and develop menus suitable for mass production and functions, in line with client and nutritional requirements
• Cost menus accurately to ensure food is produced within budgeted guidelines and GP targets
• Supervise and support kitchen staff to ensure efficient daily operations and service delivery
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HSE standards at all times
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency across all services
• Control stock levels, order ingredients, and ensure correct storage and rotation of food items
• Minimise waste and manage food costs through effective portion control and stock management
• Ensure proper use, care, and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas
• Maintain accurate records related to food production, stock, and hygiene checks
• Adhere to all Tsebo policies, procedures, and client standards

Skills and Competencies    

• Proven ability to manage high-volume, mass food production in an industrial catering environment
• Experience in coordinating and delivering functions and events catering
• Strong knowledge of menu planning and costing, with sound cost and portion control
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, HSE, and quality standards
• Ability to supervise, guide, and motivate kitchen staff
• Strong planning, organisational, and time-management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet service deadlines
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and consistency
• Commercial awareness, including waste reduction and cost control
• Reliable, disciplined, and committed to service excellence

Qualifications    

• Grade 12 
• Professional Cookery or Related Qualification – essential

Deadline:10th June,2026