Sous Chef

Ejobdesign; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality establishment in Cape Town is seeking a Sous Chef to uphold high hospitality standards in the kitchen. Responsibilities include menu planning, recipe development, and staff training. Candidates should have a Matric Certificate and at least 5 years of experience in a busy, up-market environment, alongside exceptional culinary skills and a commitment to hygiene and safety standards. This role offers substantial growth opportunities and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement and disability funding

Growth opportunities through training and coaching

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role at a busy, up-market establishment.
• Strong understanding of food and hygiene safety.
• Experience in developing recipes and menu planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure highest hospitality standards in banqueting and restaurant outlets.
• Conduct training for junior staff and manage kitchen efficiency.
• Monitor guest experience and maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Communication skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Matric Certificate

Tools

Kitchen technology

Job description

At The Vineyard Hotel, we're more than just a team. Every staff member plays a crucial role in creating an exceptional guest experience. Our commitment to our staff goes beyond hospitality. We prioritise their well‑being, providing on‑demand healthcare, wellness activities, assistance with essentials, and healthy meals.

We also offer growth opportunities through internal programs, traineeships, study loans, and professional coaching for managers. Comprehensive benefits, including medical aid, retirement and disability funding, are part of the package.

Our care for our staff and our dedication to social and environmental responsibility sets us apart. Join our community that values respect, care, and growth.

Sous Chef

Newlands, Cape Town

As our Sous Chef, you will provide the highest hospitality standards within the banqueting and restaurant outlets and work with the Executive and Senior Sous Chefs.

You will be involved in developing and implementing new recipes, menu planning, and managing stock control.

Conducting training for all junior staff members and ensuring that the kitchen is prepped, stocked, and running efficiently will be part of your responsibilities.

While monitoring and maintaining the guest experience and overseeing the kitchen department by monitoring standards, you will ensure that quality and standards are kept at a high level, as well as a high level of hygiene and safety.

You have a Matric Certificate with at least 5 years’ experience in a similar role in a busy, up‑market establishment and a background in using kitchen technology. Along with your track record of leadership, you are flexible, able to work shifts and have your own transport.

You are a neat and professional individual with excellent organisational skills. We are seeking someone with exceptional communication skills, team leadership and mentorship capabilities, and a strong understanding of food and hygiene safety. Your excellent culinary knowledge and product knowledge of hotels, competitors, and the city will set you apart.

To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the instructions.

Closing date : 15 November 2025.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Only short‑listed external applicants will be contacted.