Indian Speciality Sous Chef

Kendrick Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Sous Chef specialising in Indian cuisine to assist the Executive Chef. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, strong culinary skills, and leadership abilities. Responsibilities include daily kitchen operations, menu planning, and training junior staff. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities to showcase creativity and manage high-quality cuisine. Flexibility for working various shifts is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef, preferably specialising in Indian cuisine.
• Strong culinary skills and creativity in menu development.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, hygiene, and safety regulations.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends, nights, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and menu planning.
• Prepare and cook high-quality Indian cuisine according to hotel standards.
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff, ensuring proper techniques and consistency.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene, health, and safety standards are strictly maintained.
• Manage inventory, stock levels, and ordering of ingredients.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new dishes and specials.
• Assist in planning for events, banquets, and special functions.

Skills

Culinary skills

Menu development

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Job description

Full time | Kendrick Recruitment | South Africa

Posted On 2026/01/06

Job Information

Sous Chef

TBC

City Cape Town

State/Province Western Cape

7100

Job Description

Indian Speciality Sous Chef - Luxury Hotel - Cape Town

Negotiable DOE | Live Out

Kendrick Recruitment is currently recruiting for a luxury hotel based in Cape Town. Our client is seeking an experienced Indian Speciality Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and deliver exceptional cuisine to guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and menu planning
• Prepare and cook high-quality Indian cuisine according to hotel standards
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff, ensuring proper techniques and consistency
• Ensure kitchen hygiene, health, and safety standards are strictly maintained
• Manage inventory, stock levels, and ordering of ingredients
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new dishes and specials
• Assist in planning for events, banquets, and special functions

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef, preferably specialising in Indian cuisine
• Strong culinary skills and creativity in menu development
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, hygiene, and safety regulations
• Leadership and team management abilities
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Flexibility to work weekends, nights, and public holidays