Sous Chef

The Faircape Group constitutes a group of companies with interests in a number of activities including Healthcare, Retirement Holdings, Restaurant and Catering and related activities. Our Restaurant and Catering Team is the heartbeat of our commitment to quality and innovation.

To uphold our reputation for exceptional dining experiences, we're searching for a hardworking and dedicated Sous Chef to work at Tokai Estate based in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. If you're ready to inspire, lead, and craft unforgettable meals that bring joy to our residents, this is your moment to shine!

Responsibilities

1. Supervise and produce the daily meals for the healthcare, including a variety of 3-course menus that rotate every four weeks, while preparing quality meals and baked goods for the cafe to ensure sufficient food.
2. Manage and mentor chefs, ensuring proper weekly training and adherence to food safety standards as well as policies and procedures.
3. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment among kitchen staff.
4. Monitor food presentation, taste, and consistency to meet high standards.
5. Uphold impeccable standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene throughout the kitchen.
6. Prepare meals according to set recipes and meal specifications.
7. Ensure strict adherence to meal ingredients and presentation specifications, to guarantee the quality and consistency of each meal.
8. Manage and oversee the cooking process from preparation to presentation.
9. Ensure and measure proper food temperatures when cooking and serving meals.
10. Collaborate with the team to efficiently manage stock variances, ensuring accurate inventory levels and minimizing discrepancies.
11. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment and ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines.
12. Ensure that daily food safety documents and paperwork are up to date.

Qualifications

Chef's diploma / qualification from a registered tertiary education provider.

Requirements and Experience

1. Proven experience in a Sous Chef capacity.
2. Knowledge of food quality management and standardization.
3. Maintaining an excellent physical condition and stamina.
4. Proficient in various cooking and baking techniques.
5. Understanding of health and safety requirements in a kitchen.

Skills and Attributes

1. Culinary Expertise: Meticulous attention to detail in ensuring ingredients are prepared consistently and to high standards.
2. Adaptability in Cooking Styles: Ability to prepare dishes across various cuisines and dietary preferences.
3. Leadership: Exceptional ability to inspire, guide, and manage a team effectively.
4. Adaptability and Flexibility: Quick to adjust to changing circumstances and demands.
5. Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying challenges and implementing effective preventative solutions.
6. Communication: Clear and concise delivery of information to ensure understanding and alignment.
7. Commitment to Excellence: Dedicated to maintaining high standards and delivering superior quality.
8. Attention to Detail: Meticulous in following specifications and ensuring accuracy.
9. Organizational Skills: Highly skilled in managing tasks and priorities efficiently.

Specific Requirements

1. Clear health record.
2. Clear criminal record.
3. Clear credit record.
4. Provide written references with your application.

Faircape Benefits

1. Quarterly performance bonuses.
2. Long service leave.
3. Discount on our internet (ISP) packages.

Working Hours

You will work 16.25 shifts per month, from 07h00 to 19h00, Monday to Sunday. Flexibility is required to accommodate the standby procedure of the company.

We offer a competitive Basic Salary plus Sundays work, Public holidays, Quarterly bonuses, and additional shifts worked.

Explore more about the Faircape Group on our informative website: faircape.co.za. Join Faircape in creating a positive and nourishing environment for our valued residents!

Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.