Sous Chef - Fine Dining Catering

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Prestigious culinary environment

Exposure to high-profile events

Professional development

Supportive kitchen culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl seeks a talented Sous Chef to join the upscale catering division, supporting the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, menu development, and maintaining top-tier food quality and presentation. This role offers opportunities to advance your culinary career within a dynamic, high-end events environment.

You will lead junior staff, contribute to costing for diverse catering events, and uphold rigorous hygiene and safety standards while helping to shape exceptional dining

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in fine dining/high-end catering.
• Solid understanding of classical and contemporary culinary techniques.
• Experience in menu planning and costing.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen management practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring consistency and quality in their work.
• Contribute to menu development, recipe creation, and costing for various catering events.
• Maintain rigorous standards of hygiene, food safety, and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Manage inventory, conduct stock takes, and control food costs effectively.
• Ensure smooth operation of the kitchen during service, troubleshooting any issues that arise.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Fine dining

Culinary techniques

Menu costing

Kitchen management

Food safety

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and ambitious Sous Chef to join their upscale catering division in Paarl . This role offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside a highly acclaimed culinary team, contributing to the creation of exquisite dining experiences for exclusive events. You will be instrumental in supporting the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, menu development, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation. If you are passionate about fine dining and eager to advance your culinary career in a dynamic setting, this position is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen management, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring consistency and quality in their work.
• Contribute to menu development, recipe creation, and costing for various catering events.
• Maintain rigorous standards of hygiene, food safety, and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Manage inventory, conduct stock takes, and control food costs effectively.
• Ensure smooth operation of the kitchen during service, troubleshooting any issues that arise.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Chef de Partie background in fine dining or high-end catering.
• Solid understanding of culinary techniques, classical and contemporary cuisine.
• Experience in menu planning and costing .
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen management best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a prestigious culinary environment with a talented team.
• Exposure to diverse and high-profile catering events.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic kitchen culture.