Fine-Dining Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen & Plate Mastery

Flair TM; Gauteng; Vor Ort; ZAR 360.000 - 480.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Flair TM in Pretoria, Gauteng, is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in the day-to-day operation of a fine-dining kitchen. You will supervise and develop the kitchen team, maintain high standards of food quality, flavour and presentation, and assist with mise en place and service.

The role requires strong à la carte experience, modern culinary techniques and excellent plating. You’ll lead from the pass, coordinate sections during busy service, monitor costs and waste,

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready for greater responsibility.
• Experience in a fine-dining restaurant or premium hospitality environment.
• Excellent food preparation, cooking and plating skills.
• Strong understanding of modern culinary techniques and flavour balance.
• Ability to supervise and motivate kitchen teams; strong organisation and time management.

Aufgaben

• Support the Executive Chef / Head Chef with the efficient day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
• Supervise, guide and develop chefs and kitchen staff.
• Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, flavour and presentation.
• Assist with mise en place, preparation and service across the restaurant's dining offering.
• Ensure dishes are prepared consistently according to recipes and required standards.
• Support menu development, specials and new culinary concepts.
• Maintain excellent plating and presentation standards.
• Coordinate kitchen sections during busy service periods.
• Monitor portion control, food costs and wastage.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and inventory management.
• Ensure correct storage, rotation and handling of ingredients.
• Maintain stringent food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Assist with staff scheduling, training and performance.
• Work collaboratively with the broader hotel and restaurant team to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Kenntnisse

Sous Chef experience

À la carte proficiency

Modern culinary techniques

Leadership and staff motivation

Plating and presentation

Cost control and waste management

Kitchen scheduling

Jobbeschreibung

Flair TM in Pretoria, Gauteng, is seeking a motivated Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in the day-to-day operation of a fine-dining kitchen. You will supervise and develop the kitchen team, maintain high standards of food quality, flavour and presentation, and assist with mise en place and service.

The role requires strong à la carte experience, modern culinary techniques and excellent plating. You’ll lead from the pass, coordinate sections during busy service, monitor costs and waste,