Commis Chef

Job Reference Number: MR003

Department: A&G – Ops : Operations

Business Unit:

Industry: Hotel/Catering/Hospitality/Leisure

Job Type: Permanent

Positions Available: 8

Salary: Market Related

Job Overview

Meropa Casino is looking for 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 in accordance with Sun International’s operational excellence standards, procedural compliance, and customer experience expectations.

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Commis Chef will ensure high standards in food preparation and presentation, contributing to a memorable dining experience for our guests.

Key Performance Areas

• Stay updated with culinary products, trends, and cooking methodologies to effectively deliver menus.
• Prepare mise-en-place and conduct checks and preparations for service in line with SOP.
• Support Chef de Partie in daily operations and food preparation according to recipe guidelines, including tasks such as:
  • Preparation of vegetables, sauces, salads, and cold starters.
  • Cooking hot dishes.
• Manage food stock and costs in own section by minimizing waste and off-cuts. Report shortages and ensure proper inventory management.
• Address any anomalies or spoilages to management chefs.
• Arrive at work ready for service, appropriately dressed and equipped.
• Maintain cleanliness of own section or station.
• Comply with health, safety, hygiene, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in stock takes and handle operating equipment according to safety regulations.
• Connect with all guests by providing a warm welcome, acknowledging them, and ensuring respect at all times.
• Take guest orders accurately and explain menu items clearly.
• Prepare food items and present them according to standards.
• Educate customers on business unit facilities, products, and promotions.
• Handle customer complaints and requests professionally.

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

• Behavioural:
  • Deep understanding of customer and market needs.
  • Responsive to customer feedback and concerns.
  • Demonstrates ownership in problem resolution.
  • Accountability and transparency.
  • Collaborative and a team player.
  • Clear communication skills.
  • Takes ownership of tasks.
• Technical:
  • Culinary product knowledge.
  • Understanding of cooking methodologies.
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
  • Aware of environmental and sustainability standards.
  • Knife skills.
  • Waste management techniques.
  • Stock control practices.
  • Basic computer skills.

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 the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, No. 55 of 1998, SISA internal recruitment policy, and the unit’s employment equity plans.

How to Apply

Applications close on 20 October 2026. Apply before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.