Creative Sous Chef - Gastropub Kitchen Leader

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tips potential

Fresh ingredients

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a talented Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in a popular gastropub’s daily kitchen operations. You will contribute to menu development, supervise staff, and ensure high quality in both food preparation and presentation.

The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, with passion for fresh ingredients and a collaborative kitchen mindset. This role offers opportunities for growth and hands-on culinary advancement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie.
• Solid cooking techniques and hygiene standards knowledge.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes and standards.
• Contribute to menu development, including specials and seasonal offerings.
• Maintain strict standards of hygiene, safety, and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Manage inventory, ordering of supplies, and stock rotation.
• Ensure efficient workflow and timely execution of orders during peak service times.

Skills

Sous Chef

Cooking techniques

Food safety

High pressure

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a talented Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in a popular gastropub’s daily kitchen operations. You will contribute to menu development, supervise staff, and ensure high quality in both food preparation and presentation.

The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, with passion for fresh ingredients and a collaborative kitchen mindset. This role offers opportunities for growth and hands-on culinary advancement in a dynamic environment.