Sous Chef

Beyond Grad; Port Shepstone; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A premier culinary establishment in Port Shepstone is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. The role involves daily menu planning, overseeing food preparation, and ensuring high standards for taste and presentation. The ideal candidate should possess a chef diploma, significant experience in fine dining, and a passion for creativity in the kitchen. Responsibilities include staff training, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and managing stock. Accommodation is provided.

Benefits

Accommodation provided (water and electricity included)

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years experience in 5-star properties.
• 3-5 years in Sous or Senior Sous position is required.
• Excellent track record with contactable references.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate junior staff.
• Plan and prepare daily menus for all meals.
• Oversee all food preparation to ensure high standards.
• Manage stock and maintain kitchen equipment.

Skills

Motivating junior staff

Menu planning

Food preparation

Baking and pastry

Kitchen hygiene

Stock control

Nutrition understanding

Organizational skills

People skills

Education

Chef diploma

Tertiary education

Job description

Overview

Port Shepstone, South Africa | Posted on 09/04/2023

Responsibilities

• Leading and motivating junior staff.
• Daily menu planning and preparation with regards to breakfast, lunch, dinner and special occasions.
• Overseeing all food preparation.
• Produce a high standard of food in terms of taste and plating.
• Strong focus on baking and pastry.
• Good knowledge of kitchen hygiene and equipment maintenance.
• Good experience in stock control, staff training, menu engineering, kitchen policies & procedures.
• Quality control.
• All the catering aspects are the Senior Sous Chef responsibility.
• Replenishments of some items once a week from local suppliers.
• Good understanding of nutrition, food allergies and dietary restrictions.

Requirements

• Tertiary education and experience.
• Chef diploma, similar qualification from a reputable Cookery/Chef School.
• At least 2 years' experience at 5-star properties.
• At least 3-5 years in Sous or Senior Sous position.
• A passion for fine dining is essential.
• Promoting locally grown and farmed products - field to fork concept.
• Good knowledge of wines and wine pairing.
• Good pastry experience.
• Keeping abreast with current and new trends.
• An excellent track record with contactable references.
• Own reliable transport and valid driver's license essential.
• Ability to run shifts with kitchen brigade, delivering high quality of work.
• Be able to work under pressure and adhere to all guest dietary requirements.
• Highly motivated and creative.
• Excellent organizational and people skills.

Benefits

• Accommodation provided (water and electricity included).