Kitchen Assistant

Whether you are an experienced Kitchen Assistant or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Brits. The team hires on merit and across communities in North West.

The Role

The Kitchen Assistant position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across North West. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Brits and across the hospitality jobs space.

Crucially, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Brits operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Brits also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Kitchen Assistant is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in North West is consistently high and consistently fair.

Why This Role

On top of that, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this hospitality jobs role in Brits; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for North West.

Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

Practically speaking, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Notably, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Your Workplace

In addition, the environment is service-led and people-centred. Expect varied hours, a high tempo during peaks, and a team culture built on hospitality and pride in the guest experience.

Notably, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in North West.

Equally, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Brits site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Diversity and Inclusion

Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Brits.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Crucially, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for North West.

Beyond that, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Brits.

Career Growth

This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the hospitality jobs team in Brits have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Brits have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across North West.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Brits team member.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Based in Brits

Importantly, the role is based in Brits, near the Sun City corridor. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Brits and the broader North West region.

Many candidates already living within reach of Brits cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local North West economy.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Brits, North West.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Brits.

Your Role

• Welcome guests warmly and ensure a smooth check-in and check-out experience
• Respond promptly to guest requests, complaints and special needs
• Manage stock, breakages and consumables for your section
• Comply with food safety, hygiene and health regulations at all times
• Maintain the required hygiene and uniform standards in line with safety and service policy during all shifts
• Train casual staff on service standards and SOPs
• Support events, banquets and conference operations

Who We’re Looking For

• Team player who can work collaboratively across departments
• Contactable references may be requested during the hiring process
• 1-3 years’ experience in a similar hospitality environment
• Computer literacy and experience with POS systems
• Able to remain on duty for the essential standing and service tasks, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
• Sound knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.