Production Chef
Facilities Management, Business Services
Minimum Requirements
- National Senior Certificate
- Relevant culinary qualifications
- Prepare and cook meals in large volumes in line with menu specifications and production schedules
- Ensure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation across all food produced
- Follow standardized recipes and portion control guidelines
- Assist with menu planning, bulk production, and batch cooking processes
- Monitor and control stock levels, ensuring efficient use of ingredients and minimal wastage
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety (HACCP compliance)
- Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely meal delivery
- Assist in receiving, storing, and rotating stock in line with FIFO principles
- as a Chef in a high-volume or production kitchen Strong understanding of bulk cooking and food production processes
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations Good organisational and time management skills Ability to work efficiently under pressure Strong attention to detail and quality control
- in a hospital, retirement village, or corporate catering environment Ability to follow strict dietary requirements (e.g., Halaal, medical diets, etc.) Strong teamwork and communication skills Reliable, disciplined, and consistent work ethic
- Proven
- Proven Duties & Responsibilities Prepare and cook meals in large volumes in line with menu specifications and production schedules
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals in large volumes in line with menu specifications and production schedules
- Ensure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation across all food produced
- Follow standardized recipes and portion control guidelines
- Assist with menu planning, bulk production, and batch cooking processes
- Monitor and control stock levels, ensuring efficient use of ingredients and minimal wastage
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety (HACCP compliance)
- Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely meal delivery
- Assist in receiving, storing, and rotating stock in line with FIFO principles
