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Chinese Chef

MMG Limited
South African Rand . ZAR 50,000 - 200,000

Job Description

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MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Your key accountabilities include:
  • Planning and preparing a variety of Chinese dishes (including regional specialties).
  • Developing and maintaining weekly menus in consultation with Chinese residents and Catering Supervisor.
  • Ensuring all meals meet hygiene, nutritional, and taste standards.
  • Training and supervising kitchen assistants on Chinese cooking techniques as needed.
  • Maintaining inventory of Chinese ingredients and liaising with procurement for sourcing specialty items.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation areas in accordance with mine hygiene policies.
  • Monitoring food portioning, presentation, and waste management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE:
  • Certificate in Culinary Arts/ Professional Cookery (specialization in Chinese cuisine preferred).
  • Certificate in Food Safety and Hygiene (HACCP or equivalent).
  • Minimum 5 years' experience as a professional chef, with at least 3 years focusing on Chinese cuisine in a high-volume kitchen (e.g., hotel, mine camp, industrial catering, or large restaurant).
  • Basic First Aid & Occupational Health and Safety awareness is an added advantage
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide range of authentic Chinese dishes (regional cuisines such as Sichuan, Cantonese, Hunan, etc.)
  • Experience working in multicultural environments, preferably in remote or camp settings.
  • Strong knowledge of authentic Chinese cooking techniques (wok cooking, steaming, roasting, stir-frying, dumpling preparation, etc.)
  • Effective communication skills in English

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About This Role

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Salary Benchmark
$58,920/year
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Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
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Job Overview

Date Posted
12 Mar 2026
Salary
South African Rand . ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
Location
Not Specified, South Africa

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