Demi Chef at Sun International

Job Purpose

• The Demi Chef will support the kitchen team by assisting with basic food preparation, mise-en-place, and service activities under supervision, while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness and developing foundational culinary skills in line with operational requirements.

Key Performance Areas

• Assist senior kitchen staff with basic food preparation tasks under supervision
• Support mise-en-place activities as instructed, including washing, peeling, chopping, portioning and pre-preparation of ingredients
• Follow SOPs, recipes, portion guidelines, and preparation instructions accurately
• Assist in preparing simple food components such as vegetables, salads, cold starters, basic sauces and garnishes
• Assist with setting up and breaking down workstations before and after service
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of own workstation at all times
• Follow cleaning schedules, including daily and deep-clean tasks as assigned
• Assist in plating and presenting food items according to standards under guidance
• Assist with basic food labelling (dates, allergens, storage instructions) under supervision
• Follow FIFO principles and assist with stock rotation
• Report food shortages, damages, or items close to expiry to senior chefs
• Assist with receiving deliveries by checking items against delivery notes and reporting discrepancies
• Help minimise food waste by correct handling and storage of ingredients
• Assist during stock takes when required
• Use kitchen equipment safely and only as trained or instructed
• Report faulty equipment, breakages, or safety hazards promptly
• Comply fully with health, safety, hygiene, and environmental regulations
• Follow allergen control procedures and food safety guidelines carefully
• Assist in maintaining temperature logs for fridges, freezers, and hot-holding equipment
• Wear required PPE and arrive at work prepared with basic culinary tools
• Support senior chefs during service in buffet, live cooking or production areas
• Assist with basic guest interaction when required, maintaining a polite and professional manner
• Refer guest queries, complaints, or special requests to senior kitchen staff
• Maintain professional behaviour and respect when interacting with guests

Job Requirements

Education

• Grade 12  
• Studying towards a culinary certification 

Experience

• Experience working in food preparation operations preferred

Skills and Knowledge

• OE usage and storage
• Culinary Product Knowledge
• Cooking Methodologies
• Legislation – food safety standards & regulations
• Environmental and sustainability standards
• Knife skills
• Waste management
• Stock control
• Basic Computer Skills

Work conditions and special requirements

• Ability to work shifts that meet operational requirements