JOB ALERT: HEAD CHEF (2 POSITIONS) (IRC6995)

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION (ISSD)

CATERING SERVICES SECTION

HEAD CHEF (2 POSITIONS) (IRC6995)

We offer a market and industry competitive total cost package.

The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is a premier institution in the country given its status as the legislative authority of South Africa.
It is the only institution that has the power to make laws for the country. Parliament is not just a building, it’s the heart of our democracy where
the country’s representatives gather to discuss important issue affecting the people, pass laws meant to promote the public good and promote
accountability and transparency in governance. The two houses that make up Parliament, the National Assembly, and the National Council of Provinces,
each with its own distinct role and functions set out in the Constitution, work together to oversee the promotion of the constitutional values of human dignity,
equality, non-racialism and non-sexism, human rights, and freedom.

JOB SUMMARY

The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, preparation of meals and provision of catering services for Parliament

Your key responsibilities will be:

  • Menu planning and costing
  • Ordering and stock control
  • Implement Health and safety regulations and standards
  • Maintain operational equipment
  • Staff Supervision

To qualify, you must have:

  • Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 National Diploma in Professional Cookery or Related (NQF Level 6)
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in professional cookery with 3 years’ experience as Head Chef or similar position

IN ADDITION, YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO DEMOSTRATE THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND JOB-RELATED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

  •  Ability to supervise a team
  • Ability to work under sustained pressure
  •  Computer literacy
  • Thorough knowledge of the professional cookery in hospitality environment
  • Willingness to work long extraordinary hours
  •  Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety practices, and nutrition.
  •  Exceptional supervisory skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse kitchen team.
  •  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  •  A passion for culinary excellence and a commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences.
  •  Computer Skills (Microsoft Suite)

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Ability to organise
  •  Integrity
  •  Professionalism
  •  Service Orientation
  •  Decision-making ability
  •  Delivering results and meeting standards and expectations
  •  Good leadership ability and able to motivate a team
  •  Conflict resolution
  •  Can easily adapt to change
  •  Innovation

CLOSING DATE 19 June 2025


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