Junior Sous Chef

JenRecruitment PTY Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known establishment within the hospitality industry is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to strengthen their culinary team in Cape Town. The role requires a minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar position, overseeing kitchen operations and leading a small team. Applicants should possess professional culinary training and have their own reliable transport. This position offers a competitive salary of R12,500 and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ±2 years’ experience as a Junior Sous Chef or a Senior CDP seeking promotion.
• Experience in all sections of the kitchen is advantageous.
• Must have own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily running of the kitchen.
• Menu and function planning.
• Supervise and lead a small kitchen team.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and hygiene.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Professional culinary training

Job description

Our client, a well-known establishment within the hospitality industry on the Durbanville Wine Route, is currently recruiting for a Junior Sous Chef to strengthen their culinary team.

Requirements & Responsibilities

• Minimum of ±2 years’ experience as a Junior Sous Chef, or a Senior CDP seeking promotion or growth in a similar role (non-negotiable)
• Required to oversee the daily running of the kitchen
• Menu and function planning
• Keeping up to date with current food trends and seasonal changes
• Supervision and leadership of a small kitchen team
• Maintaining a consistently high standard of food quality, presentation, and service
• Strong control of food costs, weekly stock takes, ordering, cleanliness, and hygiene standards
• Experience in all sections of the kitchen will be an advantage (but not essential)
• Professional culinary training is a prerequisite, or proven in-house training in a similar leadership role with a minimum of 2 years’ in-house experience
• Own reliable transport is essential (non-negotiable; public transport will not be suitable)
• Must be presentable, with excellent communication skills
• A team player with passion for the industry
• Able to work well under pressure, punctual, teachable, and able to lead by example
• Reporting directly to the General Manager
• Must be able and willing to work weekends, public holidays, overtime, and occasional evening functions when required

This role offers a great opportunity for growth within the company for the right candidate. The salary offered is R12 500 maximum.

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to email:

• A short, recently updated CV
• Contactable references
• A recent photo
• A portfolio of your own work

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