Executive Sous Chef | Luxury Hotel Banquets & Fine Dining

HotelJobs; East London; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

HotelJobs in East London seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead daily culinary production across hotel outlets, set menus, and banquets. You will maintain premium quality while managing costs and compliance with HACCP standards.

As second-in-command, you will supervise kitchen staff, mentor juniors, and coordinate with departments to deliver flawless events for conferences and tour groups in a fast-paced, upscale setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a busy 4- or 5-star hotel environment.
• Proven ability to lead high-volume banqueting and room service.
• Strong HACCP knowledge and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily culinary production across all hotel outlets including banquets, restaurant, and room service.
• Collaborate on menu development to balance cost efficiency with premium quality.
• Monitor food costs, stock levels and wastage; assist in budgeting targets.
• Supervise and schedule kitchen staff; identify training needs and develop skills.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, OH&S and hotel hygiene standards.
• Oversee large-scale catering events from prep to final service.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Time management

Communication

Education

Professional Culinary Arts Diploma

Tools

Kitchen management software

Job description

HotelJobs in East London seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead daily culinary production across hotel outlets, set menus, and banquets. You will maintain premium quality while managing costs and compliance with HACCP standards.

As second-in-command, you will supervise kitchen staff, mentor juniors, and coordinate with departments to deliver flawless events for conferences and tour groups in a fast-paced, upscale setting.