Halaal-Certified Chef

The Capital Hotels, Apartments & Resorts; Ballito; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Ballito is seeking a Sous Chef to assist in all food production areas, ensuring high standards of quality and sanitation. This role involves menu development, supervision of kitchen operations, and maintaining excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have a Culinary Arts Diploma and experience in a 4/5-star environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a 4/5-star hotel.
• Experience with A’la Carte and Banqueting essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef with food production and menu development.
• Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of Executive Sous Chef.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service orientation

Effective communication

Leadership

Creative thinking

Education

Culinary Arts Diploma

Matric

Job description

Description:

The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef with all food production in the restaurant, conferences and banqueting, room service, and other food outlets. This includes developing and costing menus, orders, and recipe development, while maintaining high standards of food quality and sanitation. The Sous Chef acts as Second-In-Charge when the Executive Sous Chef is absent, taking charge of the kitchen operations. The role primarily involves supervision, food production, and administration.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric
• Culinary Arts Diploma or similar qualification
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a 4/5-star hotel
• Experience in restaurant service is advantageous
• Experience with A’la Carte and Banqueting essential
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Customer service orientation with excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication with staff and guests
• Honest, trustworthy, and professional
• Attention to detail
• Presentable and well-spoken
• Leadership qualities and ability to delegate
• Creative thinking
• Application of professional and technical expertise

Please note that relocation costs are the applicant's responsibility if residing outside the hotel's city.