Junior Sous Chef - Luxury Lodge Kitchen Lead

HotelJobs; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

HotelJobs in Hoedspruit is seeking a competent Junior Sous Chef to join a dynamic, high-end lodge kitchen. You will supervise, control and coordinate daily food production for our à la carte restaurant, ensuring quality, speed and consistency across menus.

The ideal candidate has formal culinary training, at least five years in fast-paced 5-star environments, excellent English communication, and strong hygiene practices. Pastry knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ work experience in fast paced Top-Rated Independent Restaurants / 5* environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English
• Formal Culinary training is essential with excellent all-round skills
• Thorough understanding of health and hygiene practices for food handlers
• Exceptional knowledge of food preparation and food service for a variety of cuisine styles
• Pastry knowledge will be an advantage but not essential
• Passion for kitchen operations –speed and efficiency of service, quality standards & levels of consistency
• Computer literacy will be essential in terms of dealing with stocks, menu and recipe costings and gross profits

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily food production for the à la carte restaurant
• Ensure quality and consistency of dishes across menus
• Manage stocks, menu planning and recipe costings
• Lead and train kitchen staff, maintaining high hygiene standards
• Support a culture of teamwork, initiative and hospitality excellence

Skills

5 years experience

English communication

Health & hygiene

Culinary training

Food prep knowledge

Kitchen operations

Pastry knowledge

Education

Formal culinary training

Job description

HotelJobs in Hoedspruit is seeking a competent Junior Sous Chef to join a dynamic, high-end lodge kitchen. You will supervise, control and coordinate daily food production for our à la carte restaurant, ensuring quality, speed and consistency across menus.

The ideal candidate has formal culinary training, at least five years in fast-paced 5-star environments, excellent English communication, and strong hygiene practices. Pastry knowledge is a plus.