Commis Chef at Air Chefs

Job Purpose    

• To cook, prepare and plate meals according to customer specifications and hygiene standards.  
• The role is also responsible for maintaining continuous cleanliness and confirming that all equipment is in good working order at all times.

Principal Accountabilities    

• Prepares ingredients and basic dishes according to recipes, menus and portion control standards
• Prepares dishes on time and maintains consistent food presentation standards 
• Assist in mise en place and daily production requirements
• Checks and confirms the availability of stock according to menu requirements
• Minimises wastage according to effective portioning, stock rotation and approved procedures
• Monitors storage temperatures and reports any deviations to the CPD immediately
• Conducts daily, weekly and monthly stock takes
• Maintains a clean and sanitized workstation in compliance with HACCP and food safety requirements
• Adheres to all security, SHEQ, HACCP and operational policies and procedures
• Uses PPE and equipment safely according to training received and approved procedures

Qualifications & Experience    

• National Certificate (NQF level 5) in Hospitality / Professional Cookery / Kitchen Management
• 3 – 5 years’ experience as a Commis Chef / Cook
• Experience in airline catering will be advantageous
• Basic Food Safety and Hygiene Certification
• Valid driver’s licence will be advantageous

Knowledge and Skills    

• Food safety, hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) and catering industry standards and systems
• Occupational health and safety / SHEQ
• Stock management 
• Recipe management and kitchen systems
• Culinary creativity and menu innovation expertise
• Basic financial management
• Team supervision and leadership
• Interpersonal and communication
• Time Management
• Planning skills
• Problem solving
• Basic MS Office / computer literacy
• Basic office administration

Attributes    

• High attention to detail
• Passionate and creative with a hands-on approach to kitchen innovation
• Adaptable and able to thrive in fast-paced environments
• Collaborative team player 
• Punctual and reliable