Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare breakfast, lunch, and tea break menus
• Ensure daily tea service is provided on time
• Prepare meals in accordance with menus set by Management
• Ensure all ingredients and finished products are fresh and of good quality
• Follow standard recipes, including accurate measuring and portioning
• Cook food using various methods such as grilling, baking, steaming, and boiling
• Present, garnish, and arrange dishes to an acceptable standard
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
• Handle, store, and preserve food in compliance with HACCP standards
• Ensure full compliance with food safety and sanitation procedures
• Wash and maintain all utensils and cooking equipment properly
• Regularly inspect kitchen facilities, equipment, and supplies
• Label all prepared food items and ingredients with expiry dates
• Maintain refrigerators in a clean and orderly condition
• Take inventory of food supplies and kitchen equipment
• Contribute to the preparation of healthy meal options for staff
• Assist with serving food when required
• Occasionally perform cashier duties during service in the absence of the canteen supervisor
• Prepare meals for overtime (OT) staff (4 days per week) as from 16h00
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by Management

Experience & Knowledge Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of proven experience cooking for 100+ persons
• Experience in preparing a variety of cuisines:
• Chinese
• Indian
• Mauritian cuisine
• Hands-on experience with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware
• Strong knowledge of different cooking methods and techniques
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards (HACCP)
• Ability to follow instructions and standardized procedures
• Valid Food Handler’s Certificate

 Skills & Competencies

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Calm and composed under pressure in a fast-paced setting
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Physically fit with excellent stamina
• Ability to stand for long hours and work in hot conditions
• Flexibility to work irregular hours when required