Lead Sous Chef — Drive Culinary Excellence & Team Growth

Capsicum Culinary Studio; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Seasons in Gauteng is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in delivering high-quality cuisine and guest experiences. You will lead kitchen staff, oversee food preparation, and ensure safety and hygiene standards are met in a luxury hotel environment.

The role emphasizes training and mentoring, cost awareness, and collaboration with other departments to uphold Four Seasons’ renowned standards of excellence.

Qualifications

• Culinary qualification from a recognized institution.
• Experience in a supervisory culinary role (Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef).
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation techniques and food safety standards.
• Experience in luxury hotel, fine dining, or high-volume kitchen is advantageous.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily management of kitchen operations.
• Oversee food preparation and production to ensure quality and presentation.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during service.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and food handling regulations.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with inventory management and cost control.
• Support menu development and seasonal offerings.
• Train, mentor and motivate team members to achieve operational excellence.
• Maintain clean, organized and efficient work environment.
• Assist with scheduling, performance management and team development.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Address operational challenges promptly during service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Customer focus

Adaptability

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Four Seasons in Gauteng is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in delivering high-quality cuisine and guest experiences. You will lead kitchen staff, oversee food preparation, and ensure safety and hygiene standards are met in a luxury hotel environment.

The role emphasizes training and mentoring, cost awareness, and collaboration with other departments to uphold Four Seasons’ renowned standards of excellence.