Kitchen Assistant

An opportunity has arisen for a Kitchen Assistant in Secunda. Suitably qualified candidates from across Mpumalanga are invited to apply.

The Role

The Kitchen Assistant vacancy forms part of how the Secunda branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the hospitality jobs side of the business moving forward.

Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the hospitality jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Secunda much easier.

Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Secunda teams, and the new Kitchen Assistant will feel that from the first week.

Diversity and Inclusion

Practically speaking, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.

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 Mpumalanga.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Secunda.

Career Growth

Career progression for this hospitality jobs role in Secunda depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Mpumalanga.

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

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

The Environment

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 Mpumalanga.

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

Notably, 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.

What We Offer

Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Secunda contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the hospitality jobs space in Mpumalanga.

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

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

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

Your Role

• Train casual staff on service standards and SOPs
• Take orders accurately and deliver food and beverages to standard
• Respond promptly to guest requests, complaints and special needs
• Welcome guests warmly and ensure a smooth check-in and check-out experience
• Maintain cleanliness in front-of-house and back-of-house areas
• Support events, banquets and conference operations
• Drive guest satisfaction scores and online review ratings
• Set up rooms, function venues and outlets ahead of guest arrivals

Who We’re Looking For

• Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Team player who can work collaboratively across departments
• Computer literacy and experience with POS systems
• Genuine passion for hospitality, food and creating memorable experiences
• Ability to remain calm and gracious under pressure

Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.