Cook Vacancy at the South African Police Service (SAPS)

POST: Cook

LOCATION: SAPS Academy Philippi, Division: Human Resource Development, Western Cape
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: R228 321 per annum
REFERENCE NUMBER: 1/11/2025 HRD (2 posts)

Generic Requirements:

Display competency in the post-specific core functions.
Be fluent in at least two of the official languages (one must be English).
Be a South African Citizen.
No previous criminal/departmental convictions or pending cases.
Subject to a vetting process, including security screening and fingerprint verification.

Additional Requirements:

Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (Vocational) on NQF level 4.
A certificate in food preparation and/or catering will serve as an advantage.
Ability to operate elementary machines and equipment.
Willingness to work extended hours when necessary.

Core Functions:

Administer general mess matters.
Manage mess purchases and control stock.
Set up the kitchen with appropriate cooking utensils and equipment.
Plan and prepare meals based on a healthy menu.
Ensure meals are well-cooked with appealing presentation.
Serve meals and provide waiter service.
Ensure hygiene and safety compliance in the kitchen environment.

Application Instructions:

Closing Date: 16 May 2025
Applications must be submitted on the Z83 Form (2021 version), available at:
http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp
Include a recent, comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Submission Options (choose one):

Postal Address:
SAPS Academy, Philippi, Private Bag X3, Parow, Cape Town, 7499
Physical Address:
SAPS Academy, Philippi, New Eisleben Road, Philippi
Email Address:
- [email protected]
- [email protected]

Important Notes:

Submit applications timeously to the correct address. Late or misdirected applications will not be considered.
Short-listed candidates must produce original certified copies of:
- ID
- Senior Certificate
- All educational qualifications
- Service certificates (stating occupation)
- Driver’s license (if applicable)
All documents will be verified.
Short-listed applicants are subject to:
- Reference and residential address checks
- Fingerprint screening
- Vetting in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 and the Children’s Act, 2005
Applicants must disclose if they are respondents in protection orders under the Domestic Violence Act or the Protection from Harassment Act.
All new appointments must provide a buccal DNA sample under the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, 2013.
Personal interviews and practical assessments may be conducted.
Appointments will be made in accordance with the Public Service Act, 1994 (Act No. 103 of 1994).
Applicants who retired via severance package, early retirement, medical discharge, or have criminal records, are not eligible.
Only successful candidates will be contacted. If you are not contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
The SAPS reserves the right not to fill the advertised post.