Griller – Pedros (West Street, Durban)
Company: Pedros
Location: Durban
Division: Stores
Job Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Entry Level
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Purpose of the Role
Pedros is seeking motivated and dedicated individuals to join its busy West Street store as Grillers. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and grilling menu items according to Pedros’ quality, food safety, and presentation standards while ensuring efficient kitchen operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, season, and grill chicken and other menu items according to approved recipes.
- Monitor cooking temperatures, cooking times, and portion control.
- Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet company standards.
- Perform daily equipment inspections and report any faults.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.
- Rotate stock using the FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
- Minimise food waste and ensure proper stock management.
- Clean grills, workstations, utensils, and kitchen equipment regularly.
- Assist with stock counts and ingredient preparation.
- Support kitchen operations during busy periods.
- Comply with all health, safety, and company policies.
Required Competencies
- Attention to detail.
- Good time management skills.
- Strong quality focus.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Reliability and dependability.
- Teamwork and cooperation.
- Basic grilling and cooking skills.
- Knowledge of health and safety practices.
Minimum Requirements
- Previous kitchen or grilling experience is advantageous.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
- Ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is energetic, hardworking, and able to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment. They should have a passion for food preparation, be committed to maintaining high hygiene standards, and be willing to work collaboratively to ensure excellent customer satisfaction.
This opportunity offers a chance to join a growing restaurant brand and develop valuable skills within the food service industry.