Department: Food and Beverages
Reports to: Head Chef
Objective:
To efficiently and timeously prepare and serve high-quality food in a non-wasteful manner, maintain hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen and all food-related areas, and ensure courteous and efficient kitchen service.
Main Accountabilities:
Quality and Preparation
- Prepare and cook all food items for à la carte and conference services.
- Plate, garnish, and present all food items to a high standard.
- Ensure proper storage of all food items.
Hygiene and Cleanliness
- Keep kitchen floors and all food-related areas clean.
- Maintain cleanliness of walls, windows, and canopies in food preparation areas.
- Keep all refrigerators and deep freezers clean and tidy.
- Ensure the back-of-house kitchen area is clean, tidy, and free of boxes and dustbins.
- Keep dustbins clean and covered.
- Maintain cleanliness of all food-related equipment, crockery, cutlery, and utensils.
- Clean cutting boards and work surfaces.
- Keep knives clean and sharp.
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- Maintain a high standard of personal cleanliness and hygiene.
- Ensure the required level of discipline is maintained.
- Handle guest queries and complaints efficiently, promptly, and courteously.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
- Minimum Certificate in Culinary Arts or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum of three (3) years’ proven experience successfully managing a pastry section.
- Previous experience in the hospitality industry with knowledge of Food and Beverage operations.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
- Experience in menu planning and costing.
Work-Based Skills and Competencies:
Essential:
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Willingness to work long and flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Extensive knowledge of food and beverages, including ingredients and menu items.
- Organized and reliable.
- Adaptable and solutions-oriented.
- Independent and service-minded.
Desirable:
- Demonstrates a growth mindset.
- Ability to think strategically.
How to Apply:
Submit your CV and Cover Letter explaining your motivation and suitability for the role by:
Email: [email protected]
OR
Hand deliver your application to the Reception at Khutsong Lodge.
Closing Date:
Friday, 24 July 2026 at 12:00 Noon
Note:
If you have not heard from Khutsong Lodge within one (1) week after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.