Senior Sous Chef — Lead Fine-Dining Kitchen

Bright Placements

Polokwane

On-site

ZAR 420,000 - 600,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Bright Placements is seeking a Senior Sous Chef for a luxury hotel kitchen in Limpopo. You will support the Executive Chef, lead a brigade of kitchen staff, ensure five-star food quality, presentation and consistency, and drive smooth operation across breakfast, lunch and dinner services in a high-volume environment.

You will oversee menu planning and costing, stock control and cost management, maintain HACCP standards, and drive training to uphold discipline, teamwork and guest satisfaction

Qualifications

Qualified in Culinary Arts, Professional Cookery or Commercial Cookery.
3–5 years in professional kitchen with 2+ years in senior role.
Experience in four- or five-star hotel or luxury lodge.

Responsibilities

Assist Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations and supervise staff.
Oversee food production across breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Ensure dishes meet five-star standards for taste, quality and presentation.
Monitor cooking methods, portion sizes and plating for consistency.
Lead hygiene, HACCP compliance and safety in the kitchen.
Assist with menu costing, development and stock control.
Coordinate banquets and special events with front-of-house.
Train juniors and monitor staff performance and conduct.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen supervision

Food cost control

HACCP knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Culinary Arts qualification

Professional Cookery/Commercial Cookery

Job description

You will oversee menu planning and costing, stock control and cost management, maintain HACCP standards, and drive training to uphold discipline, teamwork and guest satisfaction

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