Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Craft Menus & Mentor Team

MyCareerCraft; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious culinary organization in Cape Town is seeking a Sous Chef to supervize kitchen operations and support the Head Chef. The ideal candidate will have formal culinary qualifications, 3-5 years of kitchen experience, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include staff training, menu design, and compliance with food safety regulations. Candidates should be willing to work shifts and have reliable transport. This role offers an exciting opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced culinary environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a professional kitchen, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity.
• Sound knowledge of modern cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen management.
• Valid food-safety/hygiene certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in 4- and 5-star establishment for at least 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations and lead food preparation and service.
• Assist in menu design, recipe development, and plating presentation.
• Train, mentor, and schedule kitchen staff to maintain performance standards.
• Manage stock control, ordering, portioning, and cost management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Ability to perform under pressure

Education

Formal culinary qualification (Culinary Diploma, City & Guilds, or equivalent)

Tools

Kitchen management software

MS Office

Job description

A prestigious culinary organization in Cape Town is seeking a Sous Chef to supervize kitchen operations and support the Head Chef. The ideal candidate will have formal culinary qualifications, 3-5 years of kitchen experience, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include staff training, menu design, and compliance with food safety regulations. Candidates should be willing to work shifts and have reliable transport. This role offers an exciting opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced culinary environment.