Sous Chef - Hoedspruit

HotelJobs; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

HotelJobs in the Hoedspruit area is seeking a Sous Chef for a high occupancy 5* game lodge with an a la carte offering and multiple dining venues, including Bush Dinners. You will assist the Head Chef and help lead kitchen design and food preparation to meet high standards.

The role requires a formal culinary qualification, a minimum of 3+ years at a 5* property, and strong knowledge of cooking methods, equipment, and sanitation best practices; exceptional guest interaction is valued.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary qualification required.
• Minimum 3+ years at a 5* property.
• Experience with various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Familiar with industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and design all food for a busy a la carte kitchen.
• Produce high quality meals in taste and design.
• Ensure kitchen operates timely to meet quality standards.
• Assist Head Chef and stand in when required.
• Enforce sanitation and safety standards.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Food safety

Guest interaction

Education

Grade 12

Culinary qualification

Job description

High occupancy 5* Game Lodge in the Hoedspruit area ; with state-of-the-art kitchen is looking for a Sous Chef to join their team. The culinary offering is primarily a la Carte with but there are also multiple dining venues and function requirements; including Bush Dinners.

Duties:

Preparation and design of all food of a busy a la carte kitchen. Produce high quality meals both in taste and design Ensure the kitchen operates in a timely way that meets our quality standards. Assist the Head Chef and stand in for Head Chef when required. Solve any issues that arise and take control of any problematic situations Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers and guests Comfortable in talking to and dealing with guests

Requirements:

Grade 12 & a formal Culinary Qualification A minimum of 3+ years working experience in similar role at a 5* property Understanding the various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures Familiar with Industries best practices