Executive Sous Chef — Lead Culinary Excellence

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Radisson Hotel Group is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our Johannesburg OR Tambo team. You will orchestrate culinary excellence, lead a kitchen team, and ensure premium guest dining experiences across the hotel.

The role requires hands-on leadership, pride in work, and ability to balance creativity with operational discipline. Join a global hospitality leader committed to continuous growth and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Sous Chef or similar role.
• Excellent communication and the ability to lead and work well with others.
• Hands-on approach with a can-do work style.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest service with a passion for the hospitality industry.
• Ability to find creative solutions taking ownership for duties and tasks assigned.
• Personal integrity, with the ability to work in an environment that demands excellence.
• Experience of working with IT systems on various platforms.

Responsibilities

• Supports the smooth running of the kitchen department, delivering guest dining experience at the highest level.
• Works as part of a team that maximizes guest satisfaction and timely response to enquiries.
• Takes responsibility for duties and tasks, ensuring timely and professional results.
• Delivers on departmental plans and hotel initiatives and targets.
• Collaborates to control costs and inventory, and improve productivity.
• Builds strong relationships while promoting company culture and values.
• Ensures adherence to legislation and audits, with follow-up as required.

Skills

Executive Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Communication

Guest service focus

Creative problem solving

Integrity

IT systems experience

Job description

Radisson Hotel Group is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our Johannesburg OR Tambo team. You will orchestrate culinary excellence, lead a kitchen team, and ensure premium guest dining experiences across the hotel.

The role requires hands-on leadership, pride in work, and ability to balance creativity with operational discipline. Join a global hospitality leader committed to continuous growth and exceptional service.