Interim Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen & Elevate Dishes

MORE Collection; Skukuza Rest Camp; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

MORE Collection invites an experienced Sous Chef to lead our kitchen at Skukuza Rest Camp during a 4-month maternity cover. You will assist the Executive/Head Chef, oversee kitchen staff, and ensure top-tier food preparation and service.

Responsibilities include stock control, cost-minded cooking, asset management, hygiene, and coordinating between Kitchen, Management and Front of House to deliver flawless meals and events.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene.
• Understanding of dietary and religious requirements.
• Experience with menu planning and market trends.
• Knowledge of stock procedures, control, and budgeting.
• Familiarity with P&L statements or forecasts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train kitchen staff to high standards; ensure food prep quality.
• Maintain fridge and store cleanliness and stock levels.
• Coordinate meals and function setups to standard requirements.
• Foster communication between Kitchen, Management and Front of House.
• Provide leadership and manage subordinates with fair mediation.
• Quality-check taste and presentation of dishes.
• Control portion sizes to minimize wastage and maintain quality.
• Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standards.
• Work efficiently to complete tasks within timeframes.

Skills

Kitchen hygiene expertise

Staff training & leadership

Stock control & budgeting

Menu planning & trend knowledge

P&L understanding

Communication with FOH/BOH

Asset management

Job description

MORE Collection invites an experienced Sous Chef to lead our kitchen at Skukuza Rest Camp during a 4-month maternity cover. You will assist the Executive/Head Chef, oversee kitchen staff, and ensure top-tier food preparation and service.

Responsibilities include stock control, cost-minded cooking, asset management, hygiene, and coordinating between Kitchen, Management and Front of House to deliver flawless meals and events.