Job Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible in the preparation of meals in the dining halls for clientele to a high standard.
• Assisting at Kovsie Inn as per operational requirements
• In addition will assist with functions in accordance with the business requirements.
• Assist in operating commercial cooking equipment such as stoves, cookers, ovens and fryers.
• Make sure that food supplies are stored properly and used resourcefully.
• Ensure that food items are properly rotated in refrigerators and any near expiry ones are dealt with according to the health and safety policies.
• Help chefs in cooking activities by providing input and managing work.
• Set up food stations by following chefs' orders.
• Make sure that recipes are followed properly during food preparation and cooking time.
• Handle portion control requirements and presentation standards.
• Arrange food items aesthetically on serving plates.
• Make sure that the kitchen is clean and always organised.
• Ensure that best food practices and kitchen hygiene protocol is adhered to.
• Provide guidance to kitchen staff in upholding high culinary standards.
• Make sure that all leftover food is stored properly.
• Assist in checking food deliveries for both quantity and quality standards.
• Provide input into stock rotation activities and make sure that food inventory is in check.

Inherent requirements:

• A qualification in food preparation and cooking from a recognised and accredited culinary institution equivalent to a National Vocational Certificate on NQF level 4.
• Minimum of one (1) year's relevant working experience in the Hospitality industry as a chef (including experiential training as a chef).

Recommendations:

• Relevant work experience as a breakfast chef.
• Working knowledge of HACCP standards.
• A qualification in Occupational Health and Safety will serve as a strong recommendation.

Competencies

Required competencies:

• Results oriented:
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Strategic thinking:
• The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
• The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
• Business Acumen:
• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Leading:
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building coalitions:
• The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.

• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document.
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver's license (if applicable).

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible.

Closing date:
13 February 2024.

Salary:

The annual remuneration package, including benefits is: R211 391.43 - R354 408.50 per annum depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Enquiries:

For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 7659 or email or . Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9848/ 9813/ 9810/ 9814/ 2979 for assistance.

General:

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities.

Our Employment Equity Policy is available at:

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Additional Information

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