Bafenyi Trust - Promosa
Description
Grade 10 or equivalent qualification (Grade 12 will be an advantage).
Previous experience in a kitchen, catering environment, school feeding scheme, or community kitchen will be an added advantage.
Basic knowledge of food hygiene, food safety, and safe food handling practices.
Reliable, honest, and hardworking with a strong work ethic.
Requirements:
Town:
Potchefstroom
Position:
Assistant Cook
Starting Date:
July 31, 2026
Date Created:
July 7, 2026
Good time management skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
Willingness to work flexible hours when required.
Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and supporting the mission and values of the organisation.
Duties Include:
VACANCY: Assistant Cook
About Bafenyi Trust:
Bafenyi Trust is a registered Non-Profit Organisation based in Promosa, Potchefstroom, with a vision to help people win regardless of their circumstances. We serve 1000 beneficiaries per week with a meal, life skills training, biblical teachings, and educational support.
The role:
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Assistant Cook to support the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for the organisation's beneficiaries. The successful candidate will assist with food preparation, cooking, serving meals, maintaining high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring that food is handled and stored safely. The Assistant Cook will work closely with the Cook to ensure meals are prepared on time, kitchen equipment is kept clean, and the kitchen operates efficiently while supporting the mission and values of the organisation.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Cook with the preparation and cooking of meals according to approved menus and dietary requirements.
Serve meals to beneficiaries, staff, and visitors.
Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, utensils, work surfaces, and food preparation areas before, during, and after use.
Ensure food is handled, prepared, and stored in accordance with food safety and hygiene standards.
Assist with receiving, checking, storing, and rotating food supplies and stock.
Monitor and report low stock levels and damaged or expired food items.
Clean and maintain offices, communal areas and general facilities.
Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by the Cook or supervisor to support the effective operation of the organisation.
Additional Info:
Salary:
R5 200 – R5 500 (based on experience and qualifications)
How to Apply:
If you meet the requirements for this post, please send your CV and cover letter to vacancies@bafenyi.org.za by 31 July 2026
Contact & Registration Info:
Address: 7/2170 Extention 2, Promosa, 2531
Phone: +27 78 060 7398
Website: www.bafenyi.org.za
NPO: 097-182 | PBO: 930 036 964 | Trust No: 1059/10
