(1590) Commis Chef - Durban

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to provide food preparation and cooking services in all sections of the kitchen, under the guidance and supervision of the Hospitality Services Coordinator at the Durban Cash Centre of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB). 

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Plan and perform tasks against work plans defined by the team leader. 
• Identify, evaluate and resolve defined, routine and new problems within a familiar context, applying solutions based on relevant evidence and procedures while demonstrating an understanding of the consequences. 
• Prepare and cook quality food items, including salads, baked foods and refreshments, as per an approved menu. 
• Support the Hospitality Services Coordinator where required, including tasks such as stock management, cleaning, department administration scullery duties and procurement (ordering ingredients required for food preparation).
• Assist with serving lunch to staff members and manning the pay points.
• Adhere to hygiene, health and safety standards in the kitchen as well as Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management) standards.
• Engage positively with stakeholders and customers, including handling customers’ complaints and compliments.
• Address any gaps in own performance of tasks and activities to meet the required standards.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification; and
• one to two years’ experience in a culinary and catering environment.

The following would be an added advantage:

• a certificate in food preparation or an equivalent certification. 

About SARB

 

Primary mandate of the SARB

 

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

 

WHAT WE DO

 

Monetary Policy

 

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

 

Financial Stability

 

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

 

Prudential Regulation

 

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

 

Financial Markets

 

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

 

Financial Surveillance

 

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

 

Payments and Settlements

 

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

 

Statistics

 

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

 

Research

 

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

 

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.