Professional Cook at Erisco Foods Limited

Job Summary

• A highly motivated and capable professional cook with a real passion for preparing popular, healthy and nutritious meals. Proven culinary skills in preparing both continental and African cuisine. Having a hands on approach to all areas of the kitchen.

Job Responsibilities

• Cooking and preparing a variety of fresh nutritious meals and other refreshments.
• Ensuring that appropriate levels of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained in the kitchen.
• Taking into account the wishes of clients when planning of menus.
• Making sure good nutritional standards are maintained when preparing meals.
• Responsible for high standards of food, hygiene, and health and safety.
• Purchase and ordering of relevant condiments, vegetable etc.

Requirements

• Proven experience as cook.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.).
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Very good communication skills.
• Excellent physical condition and stamina.

Academic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage.
• Minimum of five (5) years experience.

Key Competencies and Skills:

• Cleanliness
• Food preparation
• Attention to detail
• Target driven
• Punctual