Sous Chef

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

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is seeking a skilled kitchen supervisor for their Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. This role involves overseeing high-quality food production, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining culinary standards. Candidates should possess a Culinary Diploma and extensive experience in luxury hotel kitchens, along with strong leadership and guest service skills.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English; knowledge of a second language is an asset.
• International experience advantageous.
• Minimum 4 years management experience in a luxury hotel kitchen or related field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure smooth food production in the assigned kitchen area.
• Assist the Executive Sous Chef in creating customer satisfaction through high-quality food.
• Manage kitchen service and solve problems effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Guest Service

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Education

Matric

Registered Level 3 Culinary Diploma

Job description

We are far more than a worldwide leader.

We welcome you as you are, and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality.

We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life. During your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts:

At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations.

We know that to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best.

That is why you'll find exceptional work opportunities throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific, as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition, and rewards.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel.

Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Empowerment. We employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity.

A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership programs.

An exciting future awaits! Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo!

Job Description

Scope of Position: To supervise and ensure smooth food production in the assigned area and section, assist the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef in creating customer satisfaction by providing high-quality food, supervise kitchen service, solve problems, and maintain all kitchen areas to Fairmont standards.

Management Processes: Ensure excellent food production and quality, supervise daily food production, ensure culinary standards, assist in creating kitchen standards, control food production levels, and ensure hygiene and safety compliance.

Communication and Conduct: Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner, maintain attendance, communicate clearly, assist chefs as needed, and perform other duties as required.

Food Quality and Control: Assist in menu planning, maintain recipe accuracy, ensure high standard plating, and avoid wastage.

Health and Safety: Maintain a hygienic kitchen, follow safety protocols, ensure employee grooming, and assist with hygiene audits.

Stock Management: Conduct stock takes, manage stock levels, store ingredients properly, and control wastage.

Training and Development: Coach and develop staff, supervise training, promote skill development, and ensure online training completion.

Sustainability and Stock: Use ingredients seasonally, minimize single-use plastics, and follow environmental programs.

Qualifications

Fluent in English, second language is an asset. Matric and registered level 3 Culinary Diploma. International experience advantageous. Minimum 4 years management experience in a luxury hotel kitchen or related field. Computer literate. Strong leadership, communication, and guest service skills. Physically fit and flexible in working hours. Ability to handle a dynamic environment and solve problems effectively.

Additional Information

We are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. We aim to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent.