Senior Sous Chef - Lead & Create in Fine Dining (Benoni)

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized meals

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join a renowned fine-dining team. You will work under the Head Chef, drive menu innovation, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced kitchen.

You should have 4+ years in a senior kitchen role, mastery of classical and modern techniques, and strong leadership, food costing, and inventory skills to maintain exceptional quality.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of progressive experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a fine-dining setting.
• Strong foundation in classical and modern culinary techniques.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a kitchen team.
• Excellent understanding of food costing, inventory management, and portion control.
• Passion for high-quality ingredients and innovative cuisine.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a demanding environment.
• Relevant culinary qualifications are highly desirable.
• Willingness to work flexible hours in Benoni, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Supervise and guide the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of performance and conduct.
• Contribute to menu development, testing, and implementation.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and stock rotation to control food costs and minimize waste.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Maintain the quality and consistency of all dishes served.
• Train and develop junior chefs and kitchen assistants.
• Deputise for the Head Chef in their absence.
• Uphold the restaurant`s reputation for culinary excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Pressure handling

Food costing

Inventory management

Quality ingredients

Classical & modern techniques

Flexible hours

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join a renowned fine-dining team. You will work under the Head Chef, drive menu innovation, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced kitchen.

You should have 4+ years in a senior kitchen role, mastery of classical and modern techniques, and strong leadership, food costing, and inventory skills to maintain exceptional quality.