Banqueting Sous Chef

HotelJobs; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from Group Executive Chef

Growth opportunities

Supportive environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

HotelJobs in Sandton is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead a small kitchen team and help deliver exceptional food and service across a busy events calendar.

Reporting to the Group Executive Chef, you will drive quality, banqueting excellence, and continuous improvement while adapting to fast-paced functions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef with strong banqueting and events experience.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a small kitchen team.
• Excellent cooking skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with stock control, stock takes, and kitchen administration.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements, allergens, and special meal preparation.
• Flexible; adaptable in a fast-paced environment where priorities and event requirements change regularly.
• Passion for quality food, creativity, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small kitchen team across functions and events.
• Deliver exceptional food and service in busy events.
• Collaborate with Group Executive Chef for mentorship and guidance.
• Adapt to fast-paced environment with changing event requirements.

Skills

Banqueting

Leadership

Cooking skills

Stock control

Event management

Communication

Dietary knowledge

Job description

We are looking for a passionate, creative, and motivated Sous Chef to join our team at a busy events venue. Reporting to the Group Executive Chef, you will lead a small kitchen team while helping to deliver exceptional food and service across a variety of functions and events. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety, and has a strong background in banqueting.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef with strong banqueting and events experience.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a small kitchen team.
• Excellent cooking skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with stock control, stock takes, and kitchen administration.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of dietary requirements, allergens, and special meal preparation.
• Flexible; adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities and event requirements change regularly.
• Passion for quality food, creativity, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• A supportive and professional working environment.
• Direct mentorship from the Group Executive Chef.
• Excellent opportunities for growth and career development within the company.
• Competitive salary, based on experience and discussed during the interview process.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We particularly encourage women to apply as part of our commitment to building a diverse and balanced leadership team.

If you are a creative, driven chef who enjoys banqueting, leadership, and delivering exceptional food, we would love to hear from you.