Cooking Team Leader

SUMMARY:
Cooking Process Team Leader

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the cooking process to ensure adherence to recipes, ingredients, and quality standards
• Manage team performance, training, and timekeeping
• Ensure compliance with safety, food safety, and quality regulations
• Monitor and improve production efficiency using lean manufacturing tools
• Maintain accurate records of production and stock movements
• Participate in audits, stock takes, and continuous improvement projects

• Matric or equivalent
• Mechanical engineering N3 - N6 advantageous - Preferred
• Proficiency in computer skills and basic literacy/numeracy
• Forklift license
• Microbiological background or understanding
• 2+ years' experience in a supervisory/leadership role
• 2+ years' experience in cooking sauces and mayonnaise
• Understanding of LEAN principles and ERP systems (e.g., SAP)

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proactive and results-driven mindset