Sous Chef (Kirkmans Kamp)

andBeyond Travel; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in luxury travel seeks a passionate and skilled sous chef to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in maintaining high kitchen hygiene standards and training chefs to deliver exceptional culinary experiences. You will collaborate closely with the Executive Chef, ensuring that every dish not only meets but exceeds guest expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a flair for creativity in culinary presentation, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values sustainability and guest delight at the heart of its operations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a sous chef in a five-star lodge or hotel.
• Ability to cost menus and control stock effectively.

Responsibilities

• Set and maintain kitchen hygiene standards.
• Train chefs and implement kitchen standards.
• Ensure guest satisfaction through food quality checks.

Skills

Cooking methods knowledge

Excel proficiency

Creativity in culinary presentation

HACCP certification

Ability to mentor and train staff

Time-management skills

Knowledge of dietary requirements

Education

Formal culinary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

&Beyond is built, almost entirely, on the strength of remarkable people who give passionately to their roles, work tirelessly, and have the guest experience at the core of their focus daily, caring for the sustainability of our communities and environment. Every single ‘&Beyonder’ makes a huge difference to our success and contribution to the world. For this reason, we choose ‘&Beyonders’ very carefully — they are the strength and the future of this company.

Key Outputs

1. Set and maintain Kitchen Hygiene standards
2. Responsible for training chefs and implementing kitchen standards
3. Continuously assess areas for improvement related to Food and Beverage
4. Adhere to the Menu as per Food Styling Guide and approved by &Beyond Food Fundi
5. Collaborate with the Executive/Head Chef to ensure the effective completion of your Chef Academy training
6. Stay updated with the latest trends (“What’s Hot & What’s Not”) for &Beyond Food
7. Ensure guest satisfaction through the Tummy of the Guest Bops initiative
8. Design creative bush banqueting according to Food Styling Guide
9. Maintain proactive maintenance of kitchen equipment and facilities
10. Maintain good communication with all chefs, including Executive Chefs, Heads of Department, Lodge Manager, and Suppliers
11. Manage stock controls and stock rotation effectively
12. Assist with management and control of food orders, storerooms, fridges, and deep freezers
13. Ensure all food served to guests is checked for quality and safety

Qualifications/Skills

1. Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures
2. Proficient in computer applications, especially Excel and Word
3. Familiar with industry’s best practices
4. Ability to follow instructions from the Executive Chef or Lodge Manager
5. Creativity in culinary presentation and menu development
6. Excellent time-management skills
7. Strong decision-making abilities
8. Knowledge of dietary requirements
9. Ability to handle pressure professionally
10. HACCP certification (FIFO, etc.)
11. Ability to work well with other chefs
12. Versatility across pastry, hot, and cold sections
13. Ability to mentor and train staff
14. Valid RSA Driver’s License

Personal Characteristics

1. Good interpersonal skills
2. Sense of urgency
3. Passionate about guest delight
4. Attention to detail
5. Diligent and self-motivated to meet deadlines
6. Willingness to share knowledge, teach, and inspire others

Previous Work Experience Required

1. At least 4+ years of Chef experience as a sous chef in a five-star lodge or hotel
2. References demonstrating experience and ability to cost menus and control stock
3. Formal culinary qualification

Please speak to your manager before submitting your application. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.