Flame-Grilled Food Preparation Role – Stores Division

Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken is recruiting a Griller for its store in Tembisa, Gauteng. This is a permanent, entry-level opportunity within the Food and Beverages industry for energetic individuals who enjoy working in fast-paced restaurant environments and are passionate about delivering high-quality flame-grilled food products.

The successful candidate will prepare menu items according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) while maintaining strict hygiene, food safety, and customer service standards. This role is suited to team players who can work efficiently during busy trading periods while maintaining product quality and service speed.

This opportunity provides practical experience within a growing fast-food brand known for its flame-grilled chicken products and strong customer service culture across South Africa.

Purpose of the Role

The Griller is responsible for ensuring that quality food products are prepared according to company SOPs before being served to customers. The role focuses on consistency, speed of service, hygiene compliance, and customer satisfaction.

The position contributes directly to store operational performance by supporting kitchen production efficiency and maintaining high brand quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

The Griller will maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards according to company SOPs. Maintaining a clean working environment is essential to ensure food safety compliance and operational efficiency.

Food safety standards must be followed at all times. The candidate must follow proper food handling, cooking, and storage procedures to maintain safe food preparation conditions.

Preparation of menu items must be completed according to SOP guidelines while maintaining fast service delivery during peak trading periods. Accuracy and speed are both essential performance expectations.

Providing great customer service is also required. The Griller must work closely with store teams to ensure customers receive high-quality food products in a timely manner.

The role requires consistent monitoring of cooking temperatures, cooking times, and food quality to maintain brand standards.

The candidate must support general kitchen operational activities when required to ensure smooth service delivery.

Minimum Requirements

National Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12) is required.

Minimum 1 year of restaurant or fast-food service experience is required.

Customer service experience is advantageous.

Technical Skills and Competencies

Basic cooking and grilling skills are required to prepare flame-grilled menu items correctly.

Knowledge of food safety practices and hygiene procedures is essential.

Good verbal communication skills are required for teamwork and customer interaction.

Ability to follow standard operating procedures accurately is required.

Time management skills are necessary to maintain service speed during busy periods.

Behavioural Competencies

Strong customer service orientation is required to support positive customer experiences.

The candidate must be a team player and able to work effectively within kitchen and store teams.

Ability to work under pressure is essential within high-volume restaurant environments.

Reliability and punctuality are important operational requirements.

Attention to detail is required to maintain food quality and presentation standards.

Work Environment and Operational Focus

This role operates within a busy fast-food restaurant environment in Tembisa, Gauteng. The candidate must be comfortable working in high-pressure service environments where speed, quality, and customer satisfaction are priorities.

The position requires standing for extended periods and working with hot cooking equipment while maintaining strict safety standards.

Pedros continues to expand across South Africa, supporting employment equity and operational growth within its restaurant network.

Employment Details

Position: Griller – Tembisa
Company: Pedros
Industry: Food and Beverages / Restaurants
Location: Tembisa, Gauteng
Division: Stores
Employment Type: Permanent
Minimum Experience Level: Entry Level
Posted Date: 02 March 2026

Applicants who do not receive feedback within recruitment timelines should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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