Cook – ANEW Hotel Centurion | Kitchen and Culinary Jobs in Centurion, Gauteng

Position: Cook
Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Company: ANEW Hotel Centurion
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Industry: Hospitality | Food & Beverage | Culinary
Department: Culinary
Education Level: Matric (Essential) | Higher Certificate in Culinary Arts (Advantageous)
Closing Date: 28 July 2025
Reference Number: AHR250529-1

About ANEW Hotel Centurion

ANEW Hotel Centurion is one of Gauteng’s premier hotel destinations, offering exceptional accommodation, modern conferencing facilities, and excellent dining experiences. Conveniently located between Pretoria and Johannesburg, the hotel caters to both leisure and business travellers with its stylish design, high-quality service, and welcoming atmosphere.

As part of the respected ANEW Hotels & Resorts group, ANEW Hotel Centurion prides itself on delivering memorable guest experiences while creating a supportive and growth-focused work environment for its employees.

Job Overview

ANEW Hotel Centurion is looking for a motivated, reliable, and experienced Cook to join its busy kitchen team. This position plays a vital role in preparing and delivering high-quality meals, desserts, and pastries in the hotel’s restaurant and during events and functions.

The successful candidate will contribute to ensuring all food produced meets the highest standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene. You will also be responsible for food preparation, stock control, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

If you are passionate about the culinary industry, detail-oriented, and enjoy working as part of a dynamic kitchen team, this is an exciting opportunity to further your hospitality career.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12 (Essential)

• Higher Certificate or formal qualification in Culinary Arts or Food Preparation (Advantageous)

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a Cook or Chef in a busy, professional kitchen

• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment

• Strong understanding of food hygiene, health and safety standards, and stock rotation practices

• Excellent attention to detail with a passion for delivering consistently high food quality

• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, public holidays, and evening hours

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Food Preparation and Service

• Prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals, desserts, and pastries for the restaurant and functions

• Ensure all food is prepared according to hotel standards, guest expectations, and presentation guidelines

• Assist with the daily food preparation required for the kitchen, ensuring freshness and efficiency

• Maintain excellent food presentation standards at all times

Stock Control and Inventory Management

• Ensure all food items and stock are neatly packed and stored to allow for accurate stock counts

• Assist with daily stock level checks for fridges, freezers, dry stores, consumables, and kitchen equipment

• Ensure all products used are of the highest quality and meet the hotel’s standards

• Follow strict stock rotation policies to minimise waste and maintain freshness

• Check issued stock against requisitions and report any discrepancies immediately to the relevant person

Kitchen Hygiene and Compliance

• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness in all food preparation and storage areas

• Comply with hotel health, hygiene, and safety policies at all times

• Ensure safe food handling practices are followed to prevent cross-contamination

• Assist with the cleaning and maintenance of all kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations

• Ensure all products are received, rotated, and stored according to hotel and health regulations

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Work closely with the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and kitchen team to ensure smooth kitchen operations

• Maintain clear and professional communication with team members and supervisors

• Support the training and development of junior kitchen staff where required

• Contribute to a positive, productive, and motivated work environment in the kitchen

Why Join ANEW Hotel Centurion

• Be part of a well-established hotel group known for service excellence

• Work in a vibrant, professional, and supportive team environment

• Opportunity for growth within the ANEW Hotels & Resorts group

• Gain valuable experience in a busy, fast-paced kitchen serving both restaurant guests and large events

• Competitive salary and benefits package in line with hospitality industry standards

Equal Opportunity Statement

ANEW Hotel Centurion is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and professional workplace. All qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or background, are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated and experienced Cook looking to work in a professional kitchen and be part of a reputable hospitality brand, apply today to join the ANEW Hotel Centurion team.

Closing Date: 28 July 2025

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