Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen, Menu Innovation & Growth

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Food discount

Development opportunities

Port Elizabeth team

Menu development input

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join a popular gastropub kitchen. You will work with the Head Chef to oversee daily operations, refine menus, and uphold top standards of quality and consistency.

Ideal candidates have at least two years in a Sous Chef role, strong leadership and high-volume kitchen experience, and a passion for modern cooking techniques. This role offers career growth, a lively team, and opportunities to influence menu development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie.
• Strong understanding of modern cooking techniques and flavor profiles.
• Experience in a high-volume kitchen environment is essential.
• Good leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Culinary qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen management, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes and standards.
• Contribute to menu development, including specials and seasonal offerings.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and maintain food cost targets.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Modern cooking techniques

High-volume kitchen

Culinary qualifications

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join a popular gastropub kitchen. You will work with the Head Chef to oversee daily operations, refine menus, and uphold top standards of quality and consistency.

Ideal candidates have at least two years in a Sous Chef role, strong leadership and high-volume kitchen experience, and a passion for modern cooking techniques. This role offers career growth, a lively team, and opportunities to influence menu development.