TRAFFIC Free State

Senior Cook - Kiara Lodge

The Beekman Group

Job Description

Key Performance Areas

You will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting food to our guests and customers. You will need to be creative, develop new dishes, determine specials of the day, and put together a menu that feels fresh and exciting to our guests.

  • Assist with all food production within the kitchen, to include special events, party catering and functions; also assisting with menu development and planning; including creating new dishes and offering ideas for seasonal menus to cater for individual functions or daily menus.
  • Assist in the ordering, storage, control and management of all stock, according to regulations and administrative procedures.
  • To comply with all current Health & Safety and food hygiene regulations and to ensure the health, safety and enjoyment of visitors whilst using our food service facilities.
  • Assist with all aspects of daily, weekly and monthly cleaning of the kitchen, equipment and other food service areas; ensuring that all checklists are completed and high levels of hygiene standards are maintained.
  • Ensure supplies are correctly received and stored
  • To deal with complaints in a courteous and efficient manner
  • To maintain a high standard of personal hygiene at all times.
  • Ensure that you are aware of the fire and emergency procedures.
  • To work overtime where necessary
  • Alert management of unacceptable behaviour.
  • Adhere to timing standards for products and services
Key Competencies & Personal Attributes
  • 2 years' experience in a similar role
  • Excellent communication and organization skills
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Dedicated to food quality and control
  • Strong knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation standards
  • Work shifts, on public holidays, weekends and during high seasonal periods.

No onsite accommodation

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the Group, preference shall be given, but not limited to, candidates from the designated groups.

Ref # 32/04

About This Role

Career insights for Chefs and Head Cooks positions

Salary Benchmark
$58,920/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Coordination Monitoring Speaking Time Management Active Listening
Common Technologies
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Job Overview

Date Posted
04 May 2026
Location
Free State, South Africa

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Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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