Chef /Pastry Chef

HotelJobs; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work permit assistance

Health insurance

Annual economy flight home

Live-in accommodation

Job summary

Private Family in Karachi seeks an experienced Sous Chef to lead a luxury kitchen within a high-level household. The role demands discretion, top-tier cooking, and international cuisine expertise.

The successful candidate will manage daily kitchen operations, plan menus, ensure impeccable presentation, and supervise staff while maintaining confidentiality and VVIP standards. Relocation may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years as Senior Sous Chef or similar senior culinary position.
• Background in luxury hotels, fine dining, or private households.
• Strong knowledge of international cuisine; pastry skills advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the HM with daily kitchen operations and Menu planning.
• Prepare and cook high-quality related cuisine.
• Execute menus to exceptional standards of taste and presentation.
• Prepare meals according to dietary requirements and family preferences.
• Assist with private dinners for family and guests, special occasions and VVIP guest requirements.
• Monitor ingredient quality, freshness and stock levels.
• Ensure proper food storage and handling.
• Supervise and manage kitchen staff.
• Maintain excellent food quality, hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized and professional kitchen to required Household standards.
• Maintain complete confidentiality and follow VVIP household protocols.

Skills

Sous Chef

Kitchen operations

Menu planning

Food safety

Presentation skills

Discretion & professionalism

Job description

A private family in Karachi is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Sous Chef (preferably Female) to join their culinary team. The family is particularly interested in candidates with strong international culinary background and whom are willing to relocate for a long-term opportunity in a high level Household

Key Responsibilities

• Support the HM with daily kitchen operations and Menu planning
• Prepare and cook high-quality related cuisine
• Execute menus to exceptional standards of taste and presentation
• Prepare meals according to dietary requirements and family preferences
• Assist with private dinners for family and guests, special occasions and VVIP guest requirements
• Monitor ingredient quality, freshness and stock levels
• Ensure proper food storage and handling
• Supervise and manage kitchen staff
• Maintain excellent food quality, hygiene and sanitation standards
• Maintain a clean, organized and professional kitchen to required Household standards
• Maintain complete confidentiality and follow VVIP household protocols

Requirements

• Preferably Female candidate
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience as a Senior Sous Chef or similar senior culinary position
• Strong background in luxury hotels, fine dining or private households
• Strong working knowledge of international and refined cuisine
• Pastry skills would be advantageous
• Excellent cooking, plating and presentation skills
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Professional, discreet, flexible and well presented and a good sense of humor
• Ability to work in a high standard private household environment

Package

• Work Permit and visa processing
• Health insurance
• Annual economy flight ticket to home country
• Live in accommodation with access to staff Lounges and Gym
• 6 day week, 1 day off

Salary negotiable dependent on experience