Contract Jobs at Empact Group

The Main Purpose of the job:

• To develop and plan menus, establish recipes and food purchase specifications, coordinate, execute, supervise, and evaluate all the food production activities of a fast-paced operation. The Chef will assist in the management of strategic and day-to-day operations.

Education and Experience required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in food and beverage services or culinary arts is compulsory
• Minimum 5 years’ experience of progressive culinary/kitchen management is compulsory
• Proven experience as a Sushi Chef compulsory. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Knowledge of the catering environment ranging from fine dining to restaurant dining
• Knowledge of South African and industry-specific law
• Strong financial acumen, proven budgetary and food control practices

Key areas of responsibility:

• To develop and plan menus
• Establish recipes and food purchase specifications
• Coordinate, execute, supervise, and evaluate all food production activities of a fast-paced operation
• Assist in the management of the strategic and day to day operations of the operation

Closing Date 21 May 2026

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The Main Purpose of the job

• The successful applicant will be responsible for the preparation of food for daily kitchen production in order to provide quality food service.

Education and Experience required:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Cook in a contract catering environment is essential
• Customer Service experience is essential
• Matric is essential
• Professional Cookery certificate will be an advantage

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of and compliance with food safety standards.
• Customer service and communications skills
• Contribute to effective teamwork
• Special Diets
• Ability to work under pressure

Key areas of responsibility:

• Preparation of food for daily kitchen production
• Provide quality food service

 Closing Date 21 May 2026

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The Main Purpose of the job

• Reporting to the Unit Manager, the incumbent will be responsible to ensure that all food and beverage areas are fully stocked, and the working environment is clean and tidy.
• You will be responsible for serving all food and beverages within a timely manner and attend to customer requests to ensure they have a great customer experience.

Education and Experience required:

• Matric
• Working experience in Hospitality environment
• Customer Service experience
• Min of 2 years’ experience in the same role

 Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Customer service and communications skills
• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Good analytical skills

Key areas of responsibility:

• To provide a friendly and professional service to all customers and clients
• You will be responsible for serving all food and beverages within a timely manner and attend to customer requests in order to ensure they have a great customer experience.
• To support the Unit Manager in all areas in order to deliver a great customer experience.
• To excel in the areas of operational excellence, financial performance and customer / client satisfaction to achieve company and client objectives within all Company policies, procedures and guidelines
• Taking responsibility for ensuring that all food and beverage areas are fully stocked, and the working environment is clean and tidy.

Closing Date 21 May 2026

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Purpose of the role:

• We are seeking a talented and experienced Halaal Cook to join our team and help us create delicious and authentic Halaal dishes for our restaurant.
• The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking and a deep understanding of Halaal dietary laws and practices.
• They will be responsible for planning and preparing Halaal meals, ensuring that all dishes meet the highest standards of quality and taste.

Desirable education and experience:

• Proven experience as a Halaal cook or in a similar role
• In-depth knowledge of Halaal dietary laws and practices
• Strong cooking skills and a passion for creating delicious and authentic dishes
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Certification in food safety and sanitation would be a plus

Key areas of responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and cook a variety of Halaal dishes, including traditional and modern recipes
• Ensure that all ingredients used in cooking are Halaal-certified and comply with Halaal dietary laws
• Monitor and maintain kitchen hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with Halaal guidelines
• Collaborate with the kitchen staff to develop new menu items and specials
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring that all dishes are prepared and presented according to the restaurant's standards
• Always adhere to health and safety regulations in the kitchen

Closing Date 31 May 2026

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Job Description

Join Our Culinary Dream Team as a Sous Chef!

• Are you a passionate and innovative chef ready to take your culinary career to the next level? We’re looking for a dynamic Sous Chef to bring creativity, leadership, and flair to our kitchen!
• As the right-hand to the Executive Chef, you’ll be at the heart of menu innovation, crafting exceptional dining experiences while managing food preparation with precision. Your role will involve leading kitchen teams, training rising talent, overseeing inventory, and ensuring flawless execution in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• This is your opportunity to showcase your creativity, refine your leadership skills, and make a lasting impact in a professional kitchen where passion meets excellence. If you thrive under pressure, love experimenting with flavours, and are ready to take charge—we want you on our team!

Required minimum education and work experience.

• Matric qualification is preferable.
• 3 – 5 years proven experience as Sous Chef
• Degree in Culinary science or related certificate/ diploma
• 1-3 years Previous people leadership experience in a commercial catering environment

Key Performance Areas:

Management of Food Preparation and Presentation

• Directs food preparation in collaboration with the Executive Chef
• Taking responsibility for more technical elements of cuisine.
• Provides quality plates and meals, including in both design and taste
• Responsible for the smooth running of the entire kitchen department
• Developing unique and appropriate menus with new or existing creations ensuring a variety and quality of the servings
• Timeous production of quality food at optimal cost under hygienic conditions
• Assisting and directing kitchen staff in meal preparation, creation, plating and delivery
• Ensuring proper portion control is always managed
• Supervising all food preparation daily

Management of Kitchen

• Supporting the head chef or executive chef in the general running of the kitchen.
• Managing the kitchen staff, including setting the rota, and handling disciplinary and HR issues in the absence of the head chef.
• Being the voice of the kitchen when communicating with servers
• Maintaining the kitchen and all surrounding areas in conditions that meet the company standards and health regulations
• Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and functioning
• Ensure staff have required utensils
• Ensure all kitchen staff is wearing the correct uniform

Inventory and Costing Management

• Identify ways to reduce spoilage of infrequently used items.
• Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.
• Monitoring inventory and only purchasing supplies and food from approved suppliers together with office administrator and head chef
• Ensure stock levels are sufficient and new stock is ordered timeously following company procedure and providing relevant reports thereof.

Leadership

• Assume the role as Head Chef and or Executive Chef in his or her absence
• Ensure respectful communications with customers and suppliers when handling queries
• Ensure good relationships and teamwork is maintained with staff and provide assistance to resolve queries
• Ensure good relationships exist with suppliers, customers, intercompany departments and related parties
• Under supervision of Head Chef, lead a team of chefs in cooking and preparing meals, including checking food quality and overseeing cooking techniques.

Human Capital Management

• Conduct bi-annual performance reviews with staff members under your supervision
• Ensure staff morale is maintained and improved over time
• Identify, support and raise staff training needs
• Execute staff disciplinary processes as per Company policy
• Determine required staff compliment per shift to meet the demands of the business together with the admin department.

Occupational Health and Safety

• Responsible to enforce the Company’s OH&S policies and procedures daily
• Ensure staff is trained in all OH&S aspects and adhere to the requirements
• Identify risk areas to ensure all OH&S regulations are adhered to
• Completing food hygiene documents to comply with the law and writing environmental health reports when necessary.

 Closing Date 31 May 2026