Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Create Menus & Mentor Team

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Staff meals and discounts

Career growth

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join a prestigious restaurant group. You will work with the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen operations, mentor junior staff, and ensure consistent delivery of exceptional dishes.

The role emphasizes creativity, quality, and teamwork, with opportunities to influence menus and training. You will contribute to a positive, high-standard kitchen culture while maintaining hygiene and safety.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a quality restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and presentation techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively, work under pressure, and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes, techniques, and hygiene standards.
• Manage inventory, control food costs, and ensure efficient stock rotation and ordering.
• Contribute to menu development and specials, bringing innovative ideas to the culinary team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in the kitchen.
• Step in to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring seamless operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Culinary qualifications or equivalent experience

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join a prestigious restaurant group. You will work with the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen operations, mentor junior staff, and ensure consistent delivery of exceptional dishes.

The role emphasizes creativity, quality, and teamwork, with opportunities to influence menus and training. You will contribute to a positive, high-standard kitchen culture while maintaining hygiene and safety.