Lead Sous Chef: Fine Dining & Seasonal Menu Innovation

Norrin Radd (Pty) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique hotel in Durban seeks a confident and capable Sous Chef to manage kitchen operations, create seasonal fine dining menus, and lead the culinary team. The ideal candidate has a formal culinary qualification, a minimum of 2 years' experience, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include ensuring food safety compliance, mentoring junior chefs, and collaborating with front-of-house teams. Own transportation and proximity to the hotel service area are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen, including experience as a Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to lead a kitchen team and train junior chefs.
• Strong computer literacy in stock control and menu costing.

Responsibilities

• Fully managing all kitchen operations, including food preparation and hygiene compliance.
• Designing and executing seasonal menus with a focus on fine dining.
• Leading, training, and mentoring junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Teamwork

Computer Literacy

Education

Formal culinary qualification from a recognized institution

Job description

A boutique hotel in Durban seeks a confident and capable Sous Chef to manage kitchen operations, create seasonal fine dining menus, and lead the culinary team. The ideal candidate has a formal culinary qualification, a minimum of 2 years' experience, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include ensuring food safety compliance, mentoring junior chefs, and collaborating with front-of-house teams. Own transportation and proximity to the hotel service area are essential.