Five-Star Kitchen Leader — Sous Chef

Pepperclub Hotel & Spa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepperclub Hotel & Spa in Cape Town seeks an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in delivering exceptional five‑star dining. You will lead the kitchen brigade, drive food quality, cost control and staff development in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

You will ensure hygiene compliance, accurate documentation, and continuous improvement while maintaining Pepperclub's RAISE values and guest satisfaction at the core.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric required.
• Professional Diploma in Culinary Arts or Advanced Cookery required.
• 4–6 years culinary experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or Sous Chef role in a 4–5 star hotel.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance.
• Experience with food costing, budgeting, stock control and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and motivate the kitchen brigade during service.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, portion control and plating standards across all sections.
• Monitor food costs, stock usage, waste management and inventory using FIFO principles.
• Maintain HACCP compliance and hygiene standards; ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef and Front of House to deliver five‑star guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

HACCP

Food Safety

Food Costing

Inventory Management

Training & Development

Communication

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Professional Diploma in Culinary Arts or Advanced Cookery

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Pepperclub Hotel & Spa in Cape Town seeks an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in delivering exceptional five‑star dining. You will lead the kitchen brigade, drive food quality, cost control and staff development in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

You will ensure hygiene compliance, accurate documentation, and continuous improvement while maintaining Pepperclub's RAISE values and guest satisfaction at the core.