The DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES is looking for CATERERS (CB 2-1) REF NO: FSNC 2026/04/20 (X2 POSTS). This job is part of Circular 13 of 2026 from the DPSA.
Job details
Circular Post No: 13/36
Job Ref Number: FSNC 2026/04/20
Department: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Centre: Free State and Northern Cape Region Mangaung Maximum Correctional
Closing Date: 08 May 2026
Salary: R313 521 per annum
Applications
Where to send your application.
fsnchrm@dcs.gov.za
Salary
R313 521 per annum
Requirements
- Matric/ Grade 12 or relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Food/ Chef Services and successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/ Basic Training.10 years relevant experience gained at the entry level production post (CB 1) or for a person appointed with a relevant NQF level 6 qualification, no previous experience is required for appointment to this post.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Computer literate.
- Competencies And Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology.
- Communication, project and programme management.
- Transformation, change and stakeholder management.
- Problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment.
- In depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment.
- Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended.
- Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy.
Duties
- Responsibilities: Prepare and serve meals to inmates.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the catering equipment and kitchen.
- Provide catering training to offenders.
- Maintain hygienic standards in the kitchen.
- Management of human resources, finances and assets.
Enquiries
Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B at (082) 306 9027
Notes
Appointment under the Correctional Service Act.
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Original Text
POST 13/36 : CATERERS (CB 2-1) REF NO: FSNC 2026/04/20 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R313 521 per annum
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region Mangaung Maximum Correctional
Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/ Grade 12 or relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Food/ Chef Services
and successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/ Basic
Training.10 years relevant experience gained at the entry level production post
(CB 1) or for a person appointed with a relevant NQF level 6 qualification, no previous experience is required for appointment to this post. Valid driver’s
licence. Computer literate. Competencies And Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology. Communication, project and programme
management. Transformation, change and stakeholder management. Problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people
management and empowerment. In depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment. Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good
interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended. Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Prepare and serve meals to inmates. Maintain the cleanliness
of the catering equipment and kitchen. Provide catering training to offenders.
Maintain hygienic standards in the kitchen. Management of human resources, finances and assets.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B at (082) 306 9027
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Service Act.
SALARY : R313 521 per annum
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape Region Mangaung Maximum Correctional
Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/ Grade 12 or relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Food/ Chef Services
and successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/ Basic
Training.10 years relevant experience gained at the entry level production post
(CB 1) or for a person appointed with a relevant NQF level 6 qualification, no previous experience is required for appointment to this post. Valid driver’s
licence. Computer literate. Competencies And Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology. Communication, project and programme
management. Transformation, change and stakeholder management. Problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people
management and empowerment. In depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment. Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good
interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended. Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy.
DUTIES : Responsibilities: Prepare and serve meals to inmates. Maintain the cleanliness
of the catering equipment and kitchen. Provide catering training to offenders.
Maintain hygienic standards in the kitchen. Management of human resources, finances and assets.
ENQUIRIES : Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms
Radebe T/ Ms. Ramncwana B at (082) 306 9027
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Service Act.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.