Kitchen Assistant Opportunity at Bidvest Facilities Management, Cape Town

Bidvest Facilities Management is seeking a permanent Kitchen Assistant to join its team in Cape Town, Western Cape. The vacancy was posted on 2 September 2025, with applications closing on 9 September 2025. This entry-level position is ideal for candidates interested in facilities management, stock control, and kitchen operations.

Purpose of the Role
The Kitchen Assistant ensures that all kitchen areas, meeting rooms, and stationery points are replenished daily with necessary consumables, cutlery, crockery, and hygiene products. The role supports the Stock Controller in managing stock, issuing and receiving goods, and maintaining clean, safe, and organized storerooms.

Key Responsibilities

Stock Replenishment and Control

• Replenish kitchens, meeting rooms, and stationery points daily
• Issue and receive stock using handheld devices
• Alert the Stock Controller when stock levels are low
• Conduct weekly stock counts
• Ensure kitchens are stocked with refreshments, cutlery, and crockery
• Collect and distribute stock to relevant buildings
• Issue fruit, milk, and hygiene consumables weekly

Storeroom Management

• Maintain storerooms in a clean and organized state
• Arrange weekly cleaning of storerooms
• Stack and store products safely
• Manage expiry dates and rotate stock using the FIFO method
• Conduct quality checks on fruit

Equipment and Facilities Care

• Clean coffee machines daily
• Handle stock-related equipment responsibly
• Report faults or shortages to the Stock Controller promptly

Collaboration and Support

• Work closely with the Stock Controller to manage stock efficiently
• Support colleagues in meeting replenishment deadlines and quality standards
• Maintain teamwork and communication during daily team meetings

Qualifications and Skills

• Matric (Senior Certificate)
• Prior experience in a kitchen, stock control, or facilities environment is advantageous
• Attention to detail and ability to manage stock accurately
• Team player with good communication skills
• Ability to maintain clean and organized workspaces

Application Details
Candidates must submit applications before 9 September 2025. Applications can be submitted via: https://bidvestfacilitiesmanagement.simplify.hr/Vacancy/147236

This role provides hands-on experience in stock management, kitchen operations, and facilities support, making it suitable for candidates looking to build a career in facilities management or operational support.