Deli Cook - Western Cape Region

Job Summary:

The deli cook prepares a variety of cold and hot food items while adhering to food safety standards and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Receive and maintain all food service products while utilizing the FIFO method and dating according to health and safety regulations.
Prepare batches of food that are cooked to order or kept warm until sold; this may include food items such as hamburgers, pizza or chicken.
Prepare and cook food according to instructions while ensuring the quality and safety of all food prepared.
Operate cooking equipment such as griddles, grills, or deep fryers, pizza ovens, convection ovens, etc. This also includes general maintenance and cleaning of the equipment.
Prepare, wash, and cut food to be cooked.
Provide fast, friendly, and excellent customer service to all customers.
Assist customers as needed.
Maintain clean food preparation area in compliance with safety standards. This includes cooking surfaces, dishes, and utensils and disposing of trash.
Assist in cleaning and sanitizing as needed.
Assist with training of new staff as requested by management.
Responsible for completing all assigned tasks by the end of shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities:
Verbal and written communication skills.
Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
Basic understanding of or ability to learn food-handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to multitask.
Must be able to work well as part of a team.
Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.
Ability to be flexible and work under pressure.
Must be able to work in a team environment.

Education & Experience:
Grade 12 or the equivalent preferred.
Successful completion of online and/or on-the-job training is required.
Experience working in the restaurant/retail industry and/or with food preparation.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to lift up to 30kg.