Commis Chefs

To cook, prepare and plate meals according to customer specifications and hygiene standards. The role is also responsible for maintaining continuous cleanliness and confirming that all equipment is in good working order at all times.

We are currently recruiting for multiple positions across the following regions:

• Durban – 2 vacancies
• Cape Town – 2 vacancies
• Johannesburg – 5 vacancies
• Port Elizabeth- 2 Vacancies

• Prepares ingredients and basic dishes according to recipes, menus and portion control standards
• Prepares dishes on time and maintains consistent food presentation standards
• Assist in mise en place and daily production requirements
• Checks and confirms the availability of stock according to menu requirements
• Minimises wastage according to effective portioning, stock rotation and approved procedures
• Monitors storage temperatures and reports any deviations to the CPD immediately
• Conducts daily, weekly and monthly stock takes
• Maintains a clean and sanitized workstation in compliance with HACCP and food safety requirements
• Adheres to all security, SHEQ, HACCP and operational policies and procedures
• Uses PPE and equipment safely according to training received and approved procedures

• National Certificate (NQF level 5) in Hospitality / Professional Cookery / Kitchen Management
• 3 – 5 years' experience as a Commis Chef / Cook
• Experience in airline catering will be advantageous
• Basic Food Safety and Hygiene Certification
• Valid driver's licence will be advantageous

• Food safety, hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) and catering industry standards and systems
• Occupational health and safety / SHEQ
• Stock management
• Recipe management and kitchen systems
• Culinary creativity and menu innovation expertise
• Basic financial management
• Team supervision and leadership
• Interpersonal and communication
• Time Management
• Planning skills
• Problem solving
• Basic MS Office / computer literacy
• Basic office administration

• High attention to detail
• Passionate and creative with a hands-on approach to kitchen innovation
• Adaptable and able to thrive in fast-paced environments
• Collaborative team player
• Punctual and reliable

Air Chefs SOC Ltd is a premium food solutions company with over 40 years of experience. A wholly owned subsidiary of South African Airways, we are uniquely positioned to deliver exceptional food and hospitality services across air, corporate, and event sectors. With three strategically located operational units in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban, we have the capacity to produce over 50000 meals daily, serving domestic and international airlines, airport lounges, events, and corporate canteens.