Senior Sous Chef - Wine Country Kitchen Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 230,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Sous Chef for a renowned kitchen in Paarl within the wine region. You will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring top-level food preparation and presentation, and contributing to menu development.

Ideal candidates bring proven Sous Chef experience, strong leadership, HACCP knowledge, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a dynamic kitchen environment. This role offers growth within a prestigious culinary setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior role in reputable kitchen.
• Strong culinary skills across techniques and cuisines.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure during busy service periods.
• A creative flair for high-quality food preparation and presentation in Paarl.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in managing kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance supervision.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure quality and consistency.
• Contribute to menu planning, recipe development, and costing of dishes.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations (HACCP).
• Manage inventory, ordering supplies, controlling stock levels, and minimizing waste.
• Ensure the smooth running of the kitchen during service, stepping in as needed.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Culinary skills

HACCP knowledge

Leadership

Pressure resistance

Creativity

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Sous Chef for a renowned kitchen in Paarl within the wine region. You will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring top-level food preparation and presentation, and contributing to menu development.

Ideal candidates bring proven Sous Chef experience, strong leadership, HACCP knowledge, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a dynamic kitchen environment. This role offers growth within a prestigious culinary setting.