Permanent Chef vacancy at the Department of Economic Development

The Department of Economic Development is inviting suitable qualified applicants to apply for Permanent Chef vacancy.

Closing date for applications: 06 October 2025

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REQUIREMENTS:

An NQF 4 qualification (Grade 12 / ABET / AET certificate) or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. A certificate (NQF 2) of assistant Chef.
One (1) to two (2) years’ experience as an Assistant Chef in the Food and Beverages field will be an added advantage.
Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability).
Physically fit.
No criminal record.

Skills And Knowledge:

Problem solving and analysis skills.
Client orientation and customer focus.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to operate elementary machines and equipment.
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.
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.
Ability to organize.
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.
Innovative.
Can easily adapt to change.

DUTIES:

Facilitate the menu planning and costing.
Ordering and stock control.
Implement Health and Safety Regulations and Standards.
Maintain operational equipment.
Staff supervision.
Organize food service at buffet stations and service of special dietary requirements.
Follow food hygiene and safety standards during storage and production of food.
Assist with monthly and quarterly asset stock take of kitchen equipment and reporting of shrinkage.
Ensure that all fridges, freezers and store facilities are clean, neat and packed according to unit standards.
Administer general mass matters.
Administer register stock taking and mass purchases.
Control mass stock.
Set up the kitchen for meals preparations with cooking utensils and equipment.
Plan, prepreparation and cook of food as per healthy menu.
Ensure well cooked food and appealing plate presentation.
Serve meals and provide waiter service.
Coordinate Chef on Wheels services.

ENQUIRIES: Ms WA Klaassen Tel No: (015) 293 8691

How to apply

Applications can also be hand delivered to:

Evridiki Towers, Registry Office No. B1-73, 19 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700 OR posted to Head of Department: Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Private Bag X9484, Polokwane, 0700.
E-mailed or Hand delivered or posted applications (hard copies): E-mail address to use is erecruitment@ledet.gov.za (Put post reference number in subject line).