Senior Sous Chef

Phoenix Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An upscale culinary organization in Johannesburg is seeking a Kitchen Manager to assist the Executive Chef and oversee kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of luxury 5-star experience, a formal culinary qualification, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring high standards of food preparation, and controlling costs. Apply now for this exciting opportunity to contribute to a prestigious kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-6 years experience in a luxury 5-star environment.
• Understanding of dietary and religious requirements.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles, including P&L statements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef with various kitchen operations.
• Manage and train staff to meet high food preparation standards.
• Review monthly accounts and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen hygiene

Staff training

Cost control

Menu development

Education

Grade 12 education

Formal culinary qualification

Job description

Duties :

Assist the Executive Chef / Head Chef with the following tasks, taking full responsibility in their absence.

Manage, lead, and train kitchen staff to ensure food preparation meets high standards.

Administer kitchen operations effectively to minimize shortages and wastage, maintaining strict stock control and accountability for any variances.

Achieve cost targets through creative solutions and robust stock and accounting systems.

Manage assets efficiently to keep all company equipment in optimal condition.

Review and analyze monthly accounts, identify issues, and implement corrective actions.

Maintain the highest standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.

Keep fridges and storage areas clean, organized, and properly stocked.

Maintain clear communication between the Kitchen, Management, and Front of House teams.

Ensure meals and functions are prepared and set up to standard.

Attend meetings as required.

Provide effective leadership through professional management and encouragement of staff, including mediation when necessary.

Conduct quality checks on taste and presentation to uphold excellent food standards.

Control portion sizes and plating to prevent wastage and ensure high standards.

Ensure all food is prepared to the highest quality.

Work efficiently to complete tasks within time constraints and set standards.

Requirements :

• Grade 12 education.
• A formal culinary qualification.
• At least 4-6 years of experience in a luxury 5-star environment.

Sound knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene.

Understanding of dietary and religious requirements.

Knowledge of menu development and current market trends.

Familiarity with stock procedures and control.

Knowledge of procurement and supply management.

Understanding of planning, budgeting, and departmental administration.

Ability to create, implement, and maintain control documents and training manuals.

Basic knowledge of accounting principles, including P&L statements or forecasts.