Junior Sous Chef - Lead & Mentor in Fast-Paced Kitchen

Capsicum Culinary Studio; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 160 000 - 240 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary training institution seeks a Junior Sous Chef to support the daily kitchen operations. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, ensuring quality standards, and assisting in menu development. Candidates should have 3-4 years of kitchen experience, preferably with a culinary qualification, and demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills. Flexibility with shifts is required.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of kitchen experience including supervisory exposure.
• Experience in a fast-paced and high-standard kitchen.
• Flexibility with shifts and willingness to work beyond standard hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising kitchen operations to meet standards.
• Lead kitchen team in absence of Sous Chef.
• Work on menu development with Head Chef and Sous Chef.
• Monitor food cost and portion control.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Cost control

Education

Culinary qualification/diploma

Job description

A leading culinary training institution seeks a Junior Sous Chef to support the daily kitchen operations. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, ensuring quality standards, and assisting in menu development. Candidates should have 3-4 years of kitchen experience, preferably with a culinary qualification, and demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills. Flexibility with shifts is required.