Cook – Healthwise (Fedics, Tsebo Solutions Group)
Reference Number: TSE251002-9
Closing Date: 09 October 2025
Location: Korsten, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
About Tsebo Solutions Group
Tsebo Solutions Group is Africa’s leading Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, offering clients a wide range of services that help reduce costs, risks, and operational complexities while improving productivity and quality. With expertise spanning Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, and Remote Camps, Tsebo has built a trusted reputation for delivering service excellence across industries.
At the heart of Tsebo is its people. By continuously investing in employee development and creating opportunities for growth, Tsebo ensures a knowledgeable workforce that understands and responds to the unique needs of its clients.
As part of our Fedics division, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Cook – Healthwise to join our team in Korsten, Gqeberha (Eastern Cape).
About the Role
The Cook – Healthwise role is central to the success of our catering operations. This position is ideal for an enthusiastic individual who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment and is passionate about preparing nutritious, high-quality meals.
The successful candidate will not only handle day-to-day cooking responsibilities but also contribute to menu innovation, purchasing, food quality monitoring, and operational improvements. In this role, you will support Tsebo’s mission of delivering nutritious meals and excellent service while ensuring compliance with hygiene, safety, and company standards.
Key Responsibilities
As a Cook – Healthwise, your core duties and responsibilities will include:
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Food Preparation and Cooking
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Preparing and cooking meats, fish, vegetables, soups, cereals, gravies, and bakery products.
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Cooking meals to meet customer specifications, including special dietary requirements based on recipes developed by qualified personnel.
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Using standardized recipe cards to maintain consistency and quality in all dishes.
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Grilling, frying, baking, and sautéing as required.
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Preparing salads, desserts, and other side dishes to complement main meals.
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Customer Service and Order Management
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Taking customer orders and ensuring they are prepared to high standards.
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Managing work orders to ensure all items in an order are completed and served simultaneously.
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Serving food promptly and courteously, maintaining customer satisfaction.
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Training and Team Collaboration
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Assisting in on-the-job training of food service workers, kitchen assistants, and students.
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Supporting and guiding other employees within the kitchen environment.
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Communicating effectively with managers, supervisors, and kitchen personnel.
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Purchasing and Supplies
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Notifying supervisors of food and supply requirements.
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Checking in food and supplies upon delivery.
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Maintaining records of food production and consumption.
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Sanitation and Safety
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Cleaning the kitchen, utensils, and equipment.
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Ensuring freezers and refrigerators are properly secured.
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Maintaining maximum standards of food safety and sanitation.
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Reporting equipment malfunctions or food quality concerns to the Kitchen Manager.
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Shift Flexibility
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Being available for shift work, including weekends, public holidays, and evenings as required.
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Skills and Competencies
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate should demonstrate the following skills and competencies:
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Strong customer focus and service orientation.
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Effective multitasking abilities in a high-pressure environment.
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Strong attention to detail in food preparation and presentation.
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Physical stamina to work standing for long periods of time.
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Clear and effective communication skills with both management and kitchen staff.
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Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-driven environment.
Qualifications and Experience
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Matric (Grade 12) is required.
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Relevant cooking or culinary qualification will be advantageous.
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Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
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Experience in large-scale catering or institutional food service will be an advantage.
Why Join Tsebo?
At Tsebo Solutions Group, we believe in more than just filling roles—we believe in building careers. By joining our Fedics team as a Cook – Healthwise, you can expect:
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A market-related salary package.
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Opportunities for growth and development within the Tsebo Group.
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Exposure to a professional environment that values teamwork, efficiency, and customer service excellence.
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A workplace culture centered on respect, inclusion, and continuous learning.
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The chance to contribute to a brand that impacts thousands of clients and communities daily.
Employment Equity
Tsebo Solutions Group is committed to Employment Equity and creating opportunities for all. We embrace diversity and transformation, ensuring that our workforce reflects the communities in which we operate. This position will be aligned with our Employment Equity objectives.
Application Information
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Closing Date: 09 October 2025
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Applicants who do not receive feedback within 30 days of the closing date may consider their application unsuccessful.
POPIA Compliance
In compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013, Tsebo Solutions Group ensures that all personal data collected during the recruitment process is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
For more details on how your personal information will be processed, please review the HR Processing Notice available on our website: www.tsebo.com.
Closing Date
🔹 Applications must be submitted no later than 09 October 2025.
Final Thoughts
This role is perfect for an individual with proven cooking experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a kitchen environment. If you are passionate about preparing delicious, nutritious meals while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and customer service, then the Cook – Healthwise position at Tsebo’s Fedics division is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Join Tsebo and become part of a team that values excellence, growth, and service delivery across Africa.
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