Commis Chef (Polokwane)

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Commis Chef at Sun International's Polokwane location. The position involves supporting the kitchen operations, ensuring food preparation and service standards are met, maintaining hygiene and stock control, and directly interacting with guests to provide a high level of service. **What you will do** * Keep up to date with food products, trends, and cooking methodologies required for menu delivery. * Prepare mise-en-place, conduct checks, and complete preparations for service in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). * Support the Chef de Partie in the daily operation and preparation of food/menu items according to recipe guidelines and preparation techniques, including vegetables, sauces, salads, cold starters, and hot dishes. * Control food stock and food cost within your section by minimising waste and off-cuts. * Check food stocks, report shortages, dispose of food close to expiry, and maintain fridge areas in good order. * Resolve or report any anomalies/spoilages to management chefs. * Arrive at work ready for service, dressed in relevant Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) with culinary tools/knives. * Identify issues regarding your workstation's appearance and the functioning of equipment and systems. * Check the cleanliness of your section or station. * Be aware of and comply with health, safety, hygiene, and environmental regulations in the outlets. * Use and store operating equipment in line with specifications and safety regulations. * Participate in stock takes. * Connect with all guests by providing a warm welcome, greeting them with a friendly smile, acknowledging them, and ensuring respect. * Interact with guests and provide professional service standards and relevant solutions. * Identify customers and understand their preferences. * Take guest orders accurately at the buffet. * Explain menu items. * Prepare food items for guests and present them in line with standards. * Educate customers on business unit facilities, products, and current promotions. * Handle any customer complaints, requests, and/or suggestions to resolution, escalating if necessary. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Education:** * 1-Year Culinary Certification or equivalent national qualification in culinary skills at Certificate level. * Membership with South African Chef’s Association. * **Skills and Knowledge (Behavioural):** * Deep customer and market understanding. * Responsive to customer feedback. * Demonstrate end-to-end ownership for resolving customer problems. * Accountability. * Continuous improvement. * Transparency. * Collaborative and a team player. * Clear communicator. * Takes ownership. * **Skills and Knowledge (Technical):** * Culinary Product Knowledge. * Cooking Methodology. * Legislation – food safety standards & regulations. * Environmental and sustainability standards. * Knife skills. * Waste management. * Stock control. * Basic Computer Skills. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for individuals who possess a foundational culinary certification and are members of the South African Chef’s Association. The ideal candidate is keen to stay updated on culinary trends, meticulous about food preparation and kitchen hygiene, and capable of supporting senior chefs. They should be highly customer-focused, able to engage guests professionally, take orders accurately, explain menu items, and effectively handle customer feedback. Essential traits include accountability, a collaborative spirit, strong communication skills, and a commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards within a kitchen setting. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/commis-chef-polokwane-sun-international Source: myjobmag

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