TRAFFIC
Eastern Cape
Cook
Empact Group
Job Description
Purpose of the role 
The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing food for daily kitchen production, ensuring the delivery of high-quality food service in line with established standards.
Minimum Requirements- Matric (Grade 12) is essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Cook in a contract catering environment is essential
- Customer service experience is essential
- A Professional Cookery Certificate will be advantageous
- Experience in a hospitality environment will be advantageous
- Prepare and cook food for daily kitchen production
- Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all meals
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen
- Assist in meeting customer expectations through quality food service
- Sound knowledge of food preparation and food safety standards
- Ability to comply with health, safety, and hygiene regulations
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Knowledge of special dietary requirements
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
About This Role
Career insights for Cooks, Restaurant positions
Salary Benchmark
$35,780/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Monitoring
Active Listening
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Common Technologies
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Point of sale POS restaurant software
Microsoft Office software
Related Career Paths
Cooks, Restaurant Insights
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.