Sous Chef: Lead Prep, Menu Innovation & Dynamic Kitchen

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime potential

Training opportunities

Modern kitchen facilities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations for our catering services in Richards Bay. You will assist with menu planning, food preparation, team supervision, and uphold hygiene and safety standards for a diverse range of events.

This is a dynamic role that offers opportunities for professional development, hands-on culinary learning, and collaboration within a busy kitchen team, with competitive pay and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Solid understanding of culinary techniques and presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and under pressure.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• A passion for food and a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and cooking.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes and standards.
• Maintain strict hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards in the kitchen.
• Contribute to menu development and cost control initiatives.
• Manage inventory, stock rotation, and ordering of kitchen supplies.
• Ensure efficient and timely preparation and plating of dishes for catering events.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Culinary techniques

Food safety

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a talented Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations for our catering services in Richards Bay. You will assist with menu planning, food preparation, team supervision, and uphold hygiene and safety standards for a diverse range of events.

This is a dynamic role that offers opportunities for professional development, hands-on culinary learning, and collaboration within a busy kitchen team, with competitive pay and potential overtime.