Chef De Partie

Job Reference Number: MR002

Department: A&G – Ops : Operations

Industry: Hotel/Catering/Hospitality/Leisure

Job Type: Permanent

Positions Available: 3

Salary: Negotiable

Job Overview

WMeropa Casino is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our Food & Beverage team. The successful candidate will supervise the daily delivery of culinary products and manage a section of the kitchen. The objective is to prepare, produce, and present exceptional food products in line with Sun International’s operational excellence standards and compliance procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the preparation of mise-en-place and food preparations for service.
• Be present in the kitchen during service to support chefs in creating and presenting quality dishes based on guest orders or function requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot any issues with kitchen equipment and systems.
• Ensure health, safety, hygiene, and environmental standards are maintained in the outlets.
• Conduct stock control and report on variances.
• Identify coaching needs and facilitate on-the-job training as required.
• Prepare mise-en-place and check the preparation for service according to SOP.
• Supervise the daily food operation, including preparation of vegetables, sauces, salads, cold starters, and hot dishes.
• Monitor food stock and costs in your section, ensuring proper inventory management.
• Manage staff attendance, absenteeism, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Handle onboarding and training of new staff members.
• Interact with guests during service to assist with special requests and resolve complaints.
• Ensure staff are knowledgeable about menu items and promotions.

Job Requirements

Education

• Grade 12 / Matric
• 2-Year Culinary Diploma or equivalent at Diploma level
• Membership with South African Chef’s Association and other relevant culinary accreditation

Experience

• 3 years culinary experience as a commis chef in a similarly graded hotel or restaurant kitchen.

Skills and Knowledge

Core Behavioral Competencies

• Deep customer and market understanding
• Responsive to customer feedback
• End-to-end ownership for resolving customer problems
• Accountability and continuous improvement
• Transparency and collaboration

Technical Proficiencies

• OE usage and storage
• Culinary product knowledge
• Cooking methodology and knife skills
• Food safety standards and regulations
• Waste management and stock control
• Proficient computer skills

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

Equity: Preference will be given to employees from designated groups in line with 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.