Senior Sous Chef - Muldersdrift

HotelJobs; Muldersdrift; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

5* Mountain Hotel & Spa in Muldersdrift is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to join our culinary team and support the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations. You will mentor junior staff, coordinate across kitchen sections, ensure exceptional food quality and presentation, and contribute to menu development, costing and stock control while maintaining strict food safety standards.

We value calm leadership, attention to detail and a hands-on approach in a high-end setting, with shifts

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Sous Chef in 5-star hotels or luxury settings.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage multiple kitchen sections.
• Experience with menu development, costing and stock control.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, allergens and dietary requirements.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Hands-on approach and ability to mentor junior chefs.
• Willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and supervise staff.
• Lead kitchen in Head Chef's absence and ensure service readiness.
• Coordinate preparation and service across kitchen sections.
• Maintain consistent quality, flavour, and presentation.
• Assist with menu development, specials, costing and stock control.
• Monitor food costs and wastage to support profitability.
• Work with front-of-house to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Hands-on leadership

Menu development

Recipe costing

Stock control

Food safety

Allergens & dietary needs

Staff mentoring

Shift flexibility

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

5* Mountain Hotel & Spa in Muldersdrift is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Sous Chef to join its culinary team. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations; developing the team and maintaining exceptional food quality, presentation and service standards.

Duties

• Assist the Head Chef with the daily management of all kitchen operations.
• Take charge of the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Coordinate food preparation and service across kitchen sections.
• Ensure consistent quality, flavour, portion control and presentation of all dishes.
• Assist with menu development, seasonal specials, recipe specifications and menu costing.
• Oversee preparation schedules and ensure readiness for service.
• Train; mentor and supervise kitchen staff, supporting their ongoing development.
• Assist with staff rosters, task allocation and performance management.
• Monitor food costs, stock levels and wastage to support kitchen profitability.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, storage and stock rotation.
• Ensure dietary requirements, allergies and special guest requests are accommodated correctly.
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance requirements.
• Work closely with front-of-house and other departments to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.

Requirements

• Recognised culinary qualification preferred.
• Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or an experienced Sous Chef within a 5-star hotel, luxury lodge or high-end restaurant.
• Strong culinary skills and experience managing multiple kitchen sections.
• Proven ability to lead a kitchen team and manage service independently.
• Experience with menu development, recipe costing, stock control and food cost management.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, allergens and dietary requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to consistently high standards.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and resolve operational challenges.
• A hands‑on approach and a passion for developing junior chefs.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.