Restaurant Sous Chef

Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Cape Town is seeking a Restaurant Sous Chef. You will work alongside the Head Chef to manage kitchen activities, oversee staff, assist with menu preparation, and ensure the quality of food. Ideal candidates have strong leadership skills and experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Join us to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of cooking styles and hygiene & safety standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing a kitchen team of 15 or more.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen activities alongside the Head Chef.
• Oversee staff, assist with menu preparation, and ensure food quality.
• Monitor orders and stock as part of kitchen operations.

Skills

Cooking styles

Hygiene & safety standards

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Job title : Restaurant Sous Chef

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : September 05, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Primary Responsibilities Include :

To work alongside the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, assisting with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, and monitoring orders and stock.

Coordinating food production and controlling food quality, taste and presentation of dishes.

Ensuring adherence to all health, safety and security procedures in the Kitchen.

Requirements

What You Bring :

Good knowledge of cooking styles, hygiene & safety standards and working in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent attention to detail.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Proven Leadership skills.

Previous experience managing a kitchen team of 15 or more.

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