Cook (KwaZulu-Natal, Zinkwazi)

ANEW Hotel Ocean Reef is looking for a passionate and reliable Cook to join our team at Zinkwazi.

As part of our kitchen team, you will play an important role in preparing and presenting high-quality meals while maintaining excellent standards of food quality, hygiene, and kitchen safety. If you are energetic, team-oriented, and take pride in your work, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will be based at KwaZulu-Natal, Zinkwazi.

Role Purpose

Prepare and cook high-quality dishes while maintaining kitchen standards and supporting operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Food Production

• Prepare menu items to recipe standards
• Maintain portion control
• Execute quality presentation
• Follow food safety protocols
• Maintain station organization
• Support special requests
• Assist with buffet service

Quality Standards

• Follow recipe specifications
• Monitor food quality
• Maintain kitchen hygiene
• Practice proper storage
• Check product freshness
• Control wastage
• Label items correctly
• Follow HACCP procedures

Operational Support

• Monitor stock levels
• Report low inventory
• Maintain equipment
• Follow cleaning schedules
• Support cost controls
• Record temperatures
• Assist with stock takes

Team Collaboration

• Support kitchen operations
• Follow instructions
• Maintain communication
• Assist other stations
• Report issues promptly
• Work efficiently
• Support food service
• Maintain professionalism

Health & Safety

• Follow safety protocols
• Maintain hygiene standards
• Use equipment properly
• Report maintenance needs
• Follow cleaning procedures
• Practice food safety
• Support pest control
• Handle waste correctly

Required Skills

• Cooking and food preparation expertise
• Food safety and hygiene knowledge
• Kitchen operations
• Time management and ability to Multitask
• Team collaboration and communication
• Quality focus
• Physical stamina
• Basic math skills
• Menu and recipe knowledge
• Attention to Detail
• Kitchen equipment handling
• Inventory and stock management

Performance Metrics

• Food quality
• Recipe adherence
• Station organization
• Hygiene standards
• Waste control
• Team support
• Safety compliance
• Customer satisfaction

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