HMR Cook - SPAR Group


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SPAR Group Hospitalilty / Food Service Jobs in Cape Town


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Introduction

The Cook's purpose is to manufacture fresh food to quality standards according to the Kitchen Supervisor's production plans.

Key Responsibilities

Implement Production Plans

  • Daily/weekly production plans.

  • Correct products in the correct quantities available at the correct time of day or week.

  • Maintain the production chain as set out by your Kitchen Supervisor.

  • Equipment usage is optimized.

  • Utilization of staff is optimized.

  • Minimize wastage of ingredients during the production process.

Control Ingredients

  • Ingredients stored in a safe and hygienic manner in sealed containers off the floor.

  • Ingredients stored at the correct temperatures in a clean cold room (e.g. cream) in sealed containers.

  • Mix recipes in accurate quantities, using correct methods.

  • Monitor quality of ingredients and report concerns to the Kitchen Supervisor.


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Control Stock

  • Maintain ideal stock levels per product category.

  • KVI’s always in stock in the right quantities.

  • Wastage maintained within budget and ensure daily accurate records are made.

  • Ensure transfers are accurately recorded on a daily basis.

  • Variants per category.

  • Consistent quality in freshness and presentation across all products manufactured.

  • In stock for the full promotional period.

Hygiene & Housekeeping

  • Ensure 90% achieved on swab tests.

  • All equipment is cleaned at the end of each shift.

  • All production and back-up facilities used are cleaned at the end of each shift.

  • Adhere to PPE Regulations.

  • Cleaning schedules are followed according to the Kitchen Supervisor requirements.

Customers

  • Follow the systems used to ensure that all customer orders are produced to quality standards in the correct time.

 

Minimum requirements

Minimum Experience

  • At least 3 years’ cooking experience.
  • Formal Education and Training
  • Matric / NQF Level 4 equivalent.

Training Required

  • Safety, Chef, Customer Service, Hygiene & Housekeeping, and Food Safety training.

Skills

  • Effective communication in English.

  • NQF Level 4 numeracy skills for recipe costings and accurate preparation.

  • Interpret recipe costings and apply correct manufacturing methods.

  • Produce fresh food cost-effectively according to customer requirements.


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Knowledge

  • Fresh food products, ingredients, and quality standards.

  • Production chain and stock management.

  • Cold chain and temperature requirements.

  • Production processes and resource utilization.

  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance.

  • Hygiene, housekeeping, and workplace safety.

  • Current and future fresh food industry trends.

Personal Attributes

  • Willingness to learn and improve.

  • Outgoing and customer-focused.

  • Team-oriented, respectful, and appreciative.

  • Detail-oriented with a focus on overall objectives.

  • Positive attitude and consistent performance.

  • Receptive to feedback and development opportunities.

Special Requirements

  • Willingness to work shifts.

  • Creative flair for product presentation.

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