Commis Chef

Job Reference Number: 08

Department

F&B: Management

Business Unit

Industry: Hotel/Catering/Hospitality/Leisure

Job Type

Permanent

Positions Available

8

Salary

Market Related

Overview

Windmill Casino is seeking a Commis Chef to join our Food & Beverage team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the food preparation and presentation of exceptional culinary products for the restaurant, banqueting, and hotel operations. This role must adhere to Sun International’s operational excellence standards, procedural compliance, and customer experience expectations.

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Commis Chef will support the culinary team by ensuring that food preparation and service are carried out to the highest standards, in accordance with established procedures.

Key Performance Areas

• Stay informed about food products, trends, and cooking methodologies to deliver exceptional menus.
• Prepare mise-en-place and conduct checks for service in line with SOP.
• Assist Chef de Partie in food preparation according to recipe guidelines and techniques, including vegetables, sauces, cold starters, and hot dishes.
• Control food stock and costs in section, minimizing waste and reporting shortages.
• Resolve or report anomalies or spoilages to management chefs.
• Arrive at work prepared for service, dressed in relevant PPE and equipped with culinary tools.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstation and comply with health, safety, hygiene, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in stock takes and store operational equipment safely.
• Engage with guests, providing a warm welcome and professional service.
• Identify customer preferences and take accurate orders.
• Educate guests on menu items and handle complaints or requests effectively.

Job Requirements

Education

• 1-Year Culinary Certification or equivalent national qualification in culinary skills at Certificate level.
• Membership with South African Chef’s Association.

Skills and Knowledge

Behavioral

• Deep understanding of customer needs and market dynamics.
• Responsiveness to customer feedback.
• Ownership of customer problem resolution.
• Accountability and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Collaborative and effective communicator.

Technical

• Culinary product knowledge.
• Familiarity with cooking methodologies.
• Knowledge of food safety legislation and sustainability standards.
• Knife skills and waste management practices.
• Basic computer skills.

Application Information

If you have not heard from us within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Equity Statement: Preference will be given to employees from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act, No. 55 of 1998 and related internal recruitment policies.

How to Apply

Applications close on 15 October 2026. Apply before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.