Sous Chef

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

Job summary

A prestigious luxury brand is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join their talented team in Cape Town. This role involves collaboration with the Head Chef to create innovative menus and overseeing kitchen operations. Candidates should possess a culinary certification and have at least 3 years of experience in a high-end establishment. This position offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic, upscale environment.

Qualifications

• Matriculation and further related studies or culinary certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a high-end restaurant or luxury establishment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop innovative and seasonal menus.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure quality and presentation standards.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff to ensure adherence to recipes and food safety guidelines.
• Manage inventory and stock control to minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.

Skills

Culinary innovation

Food safety guidelines

Leadership

Education

Culinary certification

Job description

Job Description

Sous Chef - Cape Town

Our client is a prestigious luxury brand seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join their talented team at their upmarket establishment in Cape Town.

If you have a passion for culinary innovation, exquisite taste, and a desire to excel in a dynamic environment, we invite you to apply.

Requirements

• Matriculation and further related studies or culinary certification.


• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a high-end restaurant or luxury establishment.


• Salary: Highly Negotiable, starting from R18, per month.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop innovative and seasonal menus.


• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards are met.


• Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff to ensure adherence to recipes, portion control, and food safety guidelines.


• Manage inventory, ordering, and stock control to minimize waste and maintain cost efficiency.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment in accordance with health and safety regulations.


• Demonstrate leadership and professionalism at all times, inspiring and motivating the team to achieve culinary excellence.

This position offers ample opportunities for growth and advancement in an esteemed 5-star establishment.

Interested?