Role Overview
The Griller / Baker will be responsible for preparing, grilling and baking fresh food products in a busy supermarket environment. This role requires a balance of hands-on food preparation, adherence to food safety standards, wastage control and customer service to ensure high-quality offerings that drive sales and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Production
- Grill and bake food items according to daily production schedules and recipes.
- Constantly improve and adjust food range to customer demand.
- Ensure freshness, quality and consistency of all prepared products.
- Monitor cooking times and temperatures to maintain product standards.
- Rotate stock and manage ingredient usage to minimize waste.
Operational Excellence
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in food preparation areas.
- Comply with food safety, health and hygiene regulations at all times.
- Assist with ordering, stock control and inventory management for bakery and grill supplies.
- Support daily set-up and closing procedures, including equipment checks.
Customer Service
- Present products attractively and ensure displays are well-stocked.
- Engage with customers, answer product queries and promote specials or new items.
- Provide prompt service during peak trading hours.
Collaboration
- Work closely with supermarket management and other food service staff to align with overall store goals.
- Support promotional campaigns and seasonal product launches.
Minimum Requirements
- Experience in grilling, baking and food preparation (supermarket or food service environment preferred).
- Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
Skills & Attributes
- Passion for fresh food and customer service.
- Hands-on approach with attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
- Commercial awareness with creativity for product presentation and promotions.
Please note: We sincerely appreciate your interest in this opportunity. While we are grateful for every application, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Pay: R7 000,00 - R8 000,00 per month
Application Question(s):
- What roles have you worked, in a food service environment?
- What qualifications do you have, if any?
- Do you have any food safety and hygiene certificates?
Work Location: In person
