Senior Sous Chef

The Legends Agency; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious luxury hotel in Knysna as a Senior Sous Chef, where your culinary creativity will shine. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside an Executive Chef, managing kitchen operations and ensuring exceptional dining experiences. With a focus on career development and a supportive team culture, this is a chance to grow in a vibrant environment. If you have a passion for fine dining and leadership, this opportunity awaits you in a picturesque setting.

Qualifications

• Over 3 years of experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and flavor.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Creative Culinary Skills

Menu Development

Food Quality Control

Health and Safety Regulations

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

A leading local Tourism and Hospitality group where we go above and beyond to ensure the last 10% standards are met. If you thrive on a company culture that focuses on growing their employees through career development and incentives, this is the company for you. Where exceptional people and exceptional opportunity await.

What We're Looking For :

Join our prestigious luxury hotel nestled in the enchanting beauty of Knysna, where lush greenery and serene waters create a picturesque haven. We are seeking a passionate and talented Senior Sous Chef to grow with us, adding your culinary flair to our vibrant team.

What Is Required :

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will play a vital role in the culinary team, working directly under the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences that align with our luxury standards. You will assist in managing kitchen operations, oversee food preparation, and ensure that every dish meets the high standards of quality, presentation, and flavor that our guests expect.

Your role involves a combination of culinary creativity, kitchen management, and leadership. You will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in menu planning, maintaining high levels of food safety and hygiene, and ensuring smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

Minimum Requirements :

• Experience: Over 3 years of extensive experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality
• Education: Culinary degree or equivalent qualification
• Skills: Strong leadership, organizational, and creative culinary skills
• Knowledge: Expertise in menu development and food quality control
• Compliance: Understanding of health and safety regulations
• Communication: Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

Key Skills