Commis Chef
Commis Chef | Luxury Game Reserve | Eastern Cape
Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a passionate and eager Commis Chef for a luxury game reserve based in the Eastern Cape.
This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring culinary professional looking to develop their skills within a five-star safari kitchen environment while gaining valuable hands-on experience across all areas of the kitchen.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior chefs while contributing to the delivery of exceptional guest dining experiences in a remote luxury hospitality setting.
Package:
- Live-in position
- Salary: R8,500
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist chefs with daily food preparation and mise en place
- Support service across various kitchen sections as required
- Ensure consistent adherence to recipes, standards, and presentation guidelines
- Maintain high levels of cleanliness and hygiene within the kitchen at all times
- Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating stock correctly
- Support with basic food preparation and plating during service
- Follow instructions from senior kitchen staff accurately and efficiently
- Assist with portion control and minimising food waste
- Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene standards
- Contribute positively within a fast-paced kitchen environment
Requirements:
- Previous kitchen experience advantageous but not essential
- Formal culinary training beneficial
- Strong willingness to learn and develop culinary skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Passion for food and hospitality
Personal Attributes:
- Enthusiastic and eager to grow within the industry
- Hardworking and reliable
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and take instruction
- Strong team player
- Detail-oriented and organised
This is an ideal opportunity for a junior chef looking to begin their career within a luxury safari environment while gaining invaluable experience in a professional five-star kitchen.
Candidates interested in applying for this opportunity are invited to submit their CV for consideration.