Creative Sous Chef - Wine Estate Kitchen Leader

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

Job summary

HotelJobs Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a prestigious wine estate's culinary team. You will assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality dishes and consistent presentation.

We seek a proven leader with strong organisational and time-management skills, capable of motivating staff, managing food costs, and maintaining high hygiene standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or Senior Chef.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of food costing and inventory management.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef with daily kitchen management.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking and presentation to high standards.
• Ensure consistency and quality across all dishes.
• Develop menus and seasonal specials in line with estate standards.
• Supervise, train and support junior kitchen staff.
• Delegate tasks and ensure efficient kitchen workflow.
• Maintain food hygiene, health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Stock control

Menu development

Quality assurance

Food hygiene

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

HotelJobs Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a prestigious wine estate's culinary team. You will assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality dishes and consistent presentation.

We seek a proven leader with strong organisational and time-management skills, capable of motivating staff, managing food costs, and maintaining high hygiene standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment.