Winning Form Group, a trusted name in South Africa’s food and beverages sector, under the Premium Bets division, is searching for a Chef Assistant to join their kitchen team at Bryanston. This entry-level position offers a valuable opportunity to develop culinary and kitchen operations skills in a company dedicated to excellence, inclusion, and nurturing talent.
Chef Assistant Job Overview
- Location: Bryanston, Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Type: Permanent (Entry Level)
- Posted: 01 September 2025
Job Overview
As a Chef Assistant, you’ll help with preparing ingredients, organizing kitchen stock, supporting chefs with meal plating and presentation, and maintaining high cleanliness standards in line with Hollywood-level expectations.
Minimum Requirements
Some experience in food and beverage environments—no formal qualification needed, but hands-on kitchen or catering exposure is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Wear the correct uniform and follow health and safety protocols consistently.
- Clean and sanitize food-prep areas, equipment, and surfaces to meet strict cleanliness standards.
- Count kitchen stock (food items, spices, etc.), store items properly, and recommend defrosting as needed.
- Organize stock storage—shelves, freezers—and rotate stock; discard expired items appropriately.
- Package leftover food in proper containers and store it safely for reuse.
- Prepare ingredients for chefs so that menu items are ready per GAAP (Good Agricultural and Agricultural Practices).
- Portion food according to GAAP sizes from chef or waitron orders.
- Present dishes attractively following Hollywood standards and serve orders promptly for great customer service.
- Report any equipment malfunctions that might affect smooth kitchen operations.
- Help monitor stock levels and inform chefs when items need restocking.
- Record and report any wastage or breakages during your shift.
- Keep kitchen tools, surfaces, floors, and walls clean throughout your shift.
- Leave the kitchen tidy at the end of each shift and continuously monitor cleanliness.
- Accurately perform stock counts and assist with general daily kitchen duties.
- Take on ad hoc tasks as required.
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Why Winning Form Group (Premium Bets)?
- You’ll join a supportive team and a company that believes “talent and passion have no limits.”
- Inclusive Workplace: The company values diversity and encourages people of all abilities to apply—accommodations are available if needed.
- If not contacted within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful—but please apply again to other opportunities!