TRAFFIC Western Cape

Cook

Empact Group

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Cook to join our team and help deliver quality food service in a busy contract catering environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and take pride in preparing delicious, safe, and well presented meals, we'd love to hear from you.

What We're Looking For
  • Minimum 2 years' experience as a Cook in a contract catering environment
  • Matric qualification
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Professional Cookery certificate
  • Experience in a hotel kitchen
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure.
  • Team player with good communication skills.
What You'll Do
  • Prepare food for daily kitchen production.
  • Ensure all meals are delivered to the highest quality standards.
  • Adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Accommodate special dietary requirements.
  • Work collaboratively as part of a kitchen team.
Why Join Us

You'll be part of a dedicated catering team that values quality, safety, and great service. We offer a supportive environment where your skills will make a real impact.

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

Job Overview

Date Posted
22 Mar 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

Cooks, Restaurant Insights

Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.

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