Lead Sous Chef: Team Mentor, Kitchen Ops & Quality

Karen Tupper Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Karen Tupper Recruitment is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to support daily kitchen operations and lead the team as required. You will prepare and cook dishes to high standards, supervise station readiness, and work closely with the head chef and front-of-house to coordinate timing.

The role requires a culinary qualification with hands-on experience in a busy, up-market establishment, plus proficiency with kitchen technology and a flexible shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Matric required with culinary qualification or recognised equivalent (advantageous).
• NQF Level 4-5 Chef apprenticeship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Sous Chef with daily kitchen operations and lead the team when needed.
• Train and mentor Senior Sous chefs, Chef de parties, Demi Chefs, Commis Chefs, and Trainees in techniques, equipment, and dish preparation.
• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and quality standards.
• Supervise a kitchen station, ensuring readiness and smooth service.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards are followed.
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes, and presentation.
• Manage and control stock within the section, ensuring sufficient supplies are available.
• Communicate effectively with the sous chef, head chef, and front-of-house staff to coordinate timing and order execution.

Education

Matric and culinary or recognised qualification (advantageous) NQF Level 4-5 Chef apprenticeship

Tools

Kitchen technology

Job description

Karen Tupper Recruitment is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to support daily kitchen operations and lead the team as required. You will prepare and cook dishes to high standards, supervise station readiness, and work closely with the head chef and front-of-house to coordinate timing.

The role requires a culinary qualification with hands-on experience in a busy, up-market establishment, plus proficiency with kitchen technology and a flexible shift pattern.