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Empact Group is looking for a Cook for a contract catering operation in Cape Town. This is a contract role for an experienced cook who can prepare food for daily kitchen production and deliver quality food service under pressure. The salary is market related, and applications close on 30 November 2026.
About the company and the work
Empact Group runs contract catering operations where consistent, good-quality food matters every single day. As a Cook, you are responsible for the preparation of food for daily kitchen production, making sure every service runs on time and every plate meets the standard customers expect. It is hands-on kitchen work that rewards reliability, teamwork and a calm head when service gets busy.
Role details and duties
- Preparation of food for daily kitchen production.
- Provide quality food service to customers.
- Work to food safety standards at all times.
- Contribute to effective teamwork in the kitchen.
The role is based in Cape Town, is offered on a contract basis and carries the reference number 210029. The advert states a market-related salary, and no separate experience level label, so none is shown in the job details.
Requirements
Only what the source advert states:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Cook in a contract catering environment is essential.
- Customer Service experience is essential.
- Matric is essential.
- Professional Cookery certificate will be an advantage.
- Knowledge of and compliance with food safety standards.
- Customer service and communications skills.
- Contribute to effective teamwork.
- Special Diets.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Where to find and apply safely
Apply only through the original Careers24 advert for this vacancy, using the Apply button on this page. That button opens the original advert, where you can read the full vacancy details and submit your application. Be cautious of anyone asking you to pay a fee to apply, and never share banking details or passwords with a recruiter.
Practical tips
- Lead with your 2 years’ cook experience in a contract catering environment, since that is stated as essential.
- Mention your Matric and any Professional Cookery certificate, since the certificate is listed as an advantage.
- Show your knowledge of food safety standards and your ability to work under pressure as part of a team.
- Apply well before the 30 November 2026 closing date.
How the process works
Applications are made through the original Careers24 advert. Empact Group notes that it is committed to Employment Equity in line with legislation and will give first preference as described in the advert. If you apply, keep an eye on your email and phone for feedback from the employer.
Important information
This post is for information only. We are not the employer and we do not handle applications, shortlisting or hiring for this vacancy. All applications go through the original Careers24 advert from the Apply button on this page.
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