Chef

Monate Catering

A chef is mainly responsible for the preparation of meals in the respective hospital for patients and staff. The job of a chef will entail preparing, seasoning, and decorating meals and dishes in ways that suit the requirements or orders that are placed by customers. The chef also monitors and/or supervises the preparation and administration of meals from the kitchen by other staff members. He/she should specializes in the preparation of specific meals like salads, desserts, and pastries. The chef will be responsible for creating the menu; he/she will also makes adjustments to the menu based on the availability of food or the current season.

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF level 4 qualifications
• Certificate / Diploma Chefs Qualifications

• Atleast two years in a similar position (Preferably in a hospital setting)

• Strong culinary and costing skills
• Computer literacy and knowledge of hospital catering
• Understanding ingredients and seasonings
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Therapeutic Diets
• Able to speak, read and understand English
• Plating design
• Able to work with wide range of kitchen equipment
• Should be conscientious, reliable, honest, and punctual always. Should also use own initiative and discretion, have high energy levels and tolerance for stress
• All functions and tasks should be performed accurately