Sous Chef - Fine Dining Events

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Training opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in upscale catering operations. You will help manage daily kitchen activities, ensure high quality dishes for prestigious events, and contribute to menu development and staff training.

This role requires leadership, strong culinary techniques, inventory control, and strict adherence to food safety standards. A culinary qualification is highly regarded, and you will work in a fast-paced, dynamic team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sous chef or senior chef de partie in fine dining or high-volume catering.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, and presentation.
• Leadership and communication skills to motivate a team.
• Relevant culinary qualifications are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in menu planning, recipe development, and food preparation for all events.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards.
• Manage inventory, ordering of supplies, and maintain cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.
• Oversee kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Maintain high standards of presentation and quality for all dishes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Menu development

Culinary techniques

Food safety

Inventory control

Education

Culinary diploma

Tools

Inventory software

POS systems

Kitchen management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in their upscale catering operations in Pretoria . This role is crucial in assisting with the daily management of the kitchen, ensuring the consistent production of high-quality dishes for a range of prestigious events. You will play a key part in menu development, staff training, inventory control, and upholding the rigorous standards our client is known for. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a challenging and rewarding culinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in menu planning, recipe development, and food preparation for all events.


• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes, techniques, and quality standards.


• Manage inventory, ordering of supplies, and maintain cost control measures within the kitchen.


• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.


• Oversee kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.


• Maintain high standards of presentation and quality for all dishes served.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a fine dining or high-volume catering environment.


• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, and presentation.


• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate a team.


• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control.


• A passion for culinary excellence and a commitment to quality.


• Relevant culinary qualifications are highly regarded.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Opportunity to work with a talented culinary team in Pretoria .


• Gain extensive experience in fine dining event catering.


• Professional development and training opportunities.


• A dynamic and fast-paced work environment.