Cook - Healthcare

Business Unit / Division:

Fedics

Job Type Classification:

Full Time

Location - Town / City:

Milnerton

About Us:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our healthcare catering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing nutritious, high-quality meals while adhering to strict food safety and dietary requirements. We seek a dedicated individual with exceptional customer service and communication skills who flourishes under pressure. Our ideal candidate possesses a Matric qualification, practical experience as a Cook and a talent for preparing high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment. In this permanent role, you will be responsible for meal preparation, maintaining cleanliness standards, and assisting with stock management. Your commitment to delivering exceptional service and complying with professional performance standards will ensure a rewarding experience at Tsebo Solutions Group. Embrace this opportunity to become part of a progressive organization dedicated to innovation and excellence in food service and support services across South Africa.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with approved hospital menus and dietary requirements
• Ensure all food is prepared to high standards of quality, taste, and presentation
• Follow strict food safety, hygiene, and HACCP guidelines at all times
• Assist with the preparation of special and therapeutic diets as required
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and food preparation areas
• Monitor stock levels and assist with stock control and ordering
• Ensure correct portioning and timely delivery of meals to wards/service areas
• Work collaboratively with the catering and healthcare teams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations within the hospital environment

Skills and Competencies:

• Proven experience as a Cook, preferably in a hospital or high-volume catering environment
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations
• Ability to follow strict recipes, menus, and dietary guidelines
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications:

Matric (Grade 12)

Culinary qualification