Michelin Star Restaurant Sous Chef

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform kit provided

Staff meals

Knife kit provided

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 presents an exciting Sous Chef opportunity at a premier Durban restaurant. The role supports the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, menu development, and staff leadership to sustain a Michelin-level dining experience.

The successful candidate will have substantial fine dining experience, formal culinary education, and a passion for culinary excellence in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in sous chef or senior chef de partie in fine dining.
• Formal culinary education or equivalent professional training.
• Proven leadership and ability to train kitchen staff.
• Strong cost control, inventory, and food safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations with Executive Chef to ensure smooth service in Durban.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, providing coaching on techniques and standards.
• Prepare and plate dishes per recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials.
• Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Perform quality checks on ingredients and finished dishes.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house for a cohesive dining experience.
• Act as stand-in for Executive Chef when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Menu development

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Cost control

Education

Formal culinary education

Culinary certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a critically acclaimed restaurant in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal , celebrated for its innovative cuisine and exceptional dining experience, is seeking an accomplished and passionate Sous Chef . This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a world-class culinary team and contribute to the ongoing success of a highly prestigious establishment. The ideal candidate will possess a refined palate, advanced culinary techniques, and a dedication to maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency. You will play a crucial role in daily kitchen operations, menu development, and team leadership, supporting the Executive Chef in all aspects of the kitchen's success. This role requires a strong work ethic, creativity, and a commitment to excellence in a demanding culinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service in Durban .
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and training on culinary techniques and standards.
• Prepare and plate dishes according to established recipes and presentation guidelines, maintaining the restaurant's signature quality.
• Contribute to menu development by suggesting new dishes and seasonal specials, considering ingredient availability and cost.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and receiving of food supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
• Maintain strict adherence to all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.
• Conduct quality control checks on ingredients and finished dishes.
• Collaborate effectively with all kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure a cohesive and high-quality dining experience.
• Deputize for the Executive Chef in their absence, ensuring continuity of operations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a fine dining or Michelin-starred establishment.
• Formal culinary education or equivalent professional training.
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced culinary techniques and a deep understanding of diverse cuisines.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a kitchen team.
• Strong knowledge of food costing, inventory management, and cost control measures.
• Excellent understanding of health, safety, and sanitation standards in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Creative flair and a passion for food innovation.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced setting.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits

• An attractive salary package ranging from to ZAR per annum, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work in a high-profile, critically acclaimed restaurant.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Uniform and professional knife kit provided.
• Staff meals served during shifts.
• Exposure to advanced culinary techniques and innovative kitchen practices.
• Potential for career advancement within the group.