Sous Chef For Cafe Bar in Gqeberha

Three Sages Pty Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A visionary café bar concept in Walmer seeks a Sous Chef to lead their evening service. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a professional kitchen and a passion for Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. You'll prepare elevated meals, manage kitchen operations, uphold safety standards, and mentor junior staff. Join a purpose-driven team in a beautiful working environment with room for growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fair hours

Room to grow

Supportive kitchen culture

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a professional kitchen, preferably health-conscious.
• Ability to thrive during high-volume evening shifts.
• Passion for sustainability and local sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare elevated, wholesome meals inspired by seasonal produce.
• Run kitchen operations during evening service efficiently.
• Uphold impeccable hygiene and food safety standards.
• Contribute innovative ideas that reflect brand ethos.
• Mentor junior staff with patience.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

High-pressure adaptability

Culinary craft

Sustainability awareness

Education

Qualified chef certification

Job description

Sous Chef – Evening Service | Three Sages Functional Café Bars

Walmer, Gqeberha | ️ Evening Shift Role | Health-forward, Community-centric Hospitality

Three Sages is not your typical café bar. We're a sensory journey rooted in ancient wellness, modern nourishment, and deep connection. Our menu is a fusion of Mediterranean anti-inflammatory cooking and botanical elixirs, served with soul by our Elixir Sages. Now, we’re searching for a Sous Chef who can bring finesse, flow, and flavour to our evening service.

What You'll Do:

• Preparing elevated, wholesome meals inspired by seasonal produce and functional nutrition.
• Run kitchen operations during evening service with confidence and care.
• Uphold impeccable hygiene, food safety, and consistency standards.
• Innovate: contribute ideas that elevate the menu and reflect our brand ethos.
• Mentor junior staff with patience, skill, and kitchen harmony in mind.

Who You Are:

• You’re a qualified chef with at least 3 years’ experience in a professional kitchen (bonus if that’s in a health-conscious, Mediterranean or plant-forward kitchen).
• You thrive under pressure, especially during high-volume dinner shifts.
• You care deeply about the craft of food and the ritual of service.
• You’re passionate about sustainability, local sourcing, and holistic health.
• You’re ready to be part of a visionary concept making waves in South African hospitality.

What We Offer:

• A purpose-driven team and a beautiful, soulful working environment.
• Competitive salary, fair hours, and room to grow within a flourishing brand.
• A kitchen culture that prioritises respect, innovation, and harmony.

Evening shifts only. Based at our flagship café bar in Walmer, Gqeberha.

Ideal start date: As soon as the right soul joins us.

Apply now on LinkedIn or send your CV and a short intro to: [e-mail]

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