Sous Chef (M/W) Club Med Resorts South Africa or overseas

Club Med; East London; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resort company in East London, South Africa, is seeking a passionate Gentle Organizer to assist the Head Chef in managing culinary operations. You will lead a team of cooks, ensuring high-quality food service while maintaining hygiene standards. The ideal candidate is operationally skilled, a strong leader, and capable of fostering a collaborative kitchen environment. Benefits include accommodation, meals, and training opportunities to develop your career in a multicultural setting.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Access to resort facilities

Tailored training opportunities

Internal mobility options

Qualifications

• Must have mastery of culinary techniques and professional terminology.
• Ability to manage a team and assist the Head Chef effectively.
• Organized and proactive in anticipating needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist and replace the Head Chef when needed.
• Lead a brigade of 30 to 80 cooks during service.
• Manage orders and stock control within budget.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards.
• Motivate teams and support their professional development.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Team leadership

Stock management

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Tools

IT tools

Job description

Who are we?

Club Med was founded in 1950 on the idea that the purpose of life is to be happy. The place to be happy is here. The moment to be happy is now.

Since then, our mission has been to create moments of happiness every day and share them with our guests, in nearly 70 Premium and Exclusive Collection Resorts located in the most beautiful destinations in the world.

To make this happen, we have something others don’t: the Club Med Spirit and our five values, kindness, multiculturalism, responsibility, freedom, and a pioneering spirit.

Today, Club Med is the world leader in premium all-inclusive vacations. We are more than 25,000 Gentle Organizers (G.O) and Gentle Employees (G.E) from over 110 nationalities and cultures, working in Resorts, offices, and agencies across more than 40 countries.

Your work environment

Each resort offers several restaurants and bars, from large event spaces to more intimate dining experiences, all serving our premium all-inclusive concept.

From buffets to plated service, live cooking shows, and numerous festive events, you will have plenty of opportunities to showcase your know-how and creativity while exploring every facet of our culinary world.

Our refined offer is built around five pillars: creating memorable experiences anytime and anywhere throughout the day, surprising guests with a variety of conceptual dining spaces, promoting well-being for all (including your own), stimulating emotions and senses through presentation, and doing it all in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

You are

• Operational, with mastery of culinary techniques, professional terminology, and comfortable with IT tools.
• A leader, able to manage a team, handle conflicts, and effectively assist the Head Chef.
• Autonomous, capable of making decisions in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Organized, anticipating needs while respecting processes and ensuring quick, proactive management.
• Cooperative, with excellent stock management skills and effective collaboration with other teams.

You will

• Assist the Head Chef and replace them when absent.
• Manage and lead a brigade of 30 to 80 cooks, ensuring mise en place, buffet replenishment, and quality of the offer (600 to 1,800 covers per service).
• Work closely with the Head Chef and the Stock & Purchasing Manager to manage orders and stock control within the allocated budget.
• Supervise and ensure the quality of culinary services and strict compliance with Club Med hygiene and safety standards (HACCP), in coordination with other Resort departments (stewarding, restaurant, bar, etc.).
• Unite and motivate your teams around clear objectives and support their professional development.
• Analyze results and propose budgetary improvements and adjustments to optimize service delivery.

You will be known as a Gentle Organizer (G.O)

As a G.O, you will practice your profession with passion while taking part in key moments of our guests’ stay. Whether engaging in conversation, joining an activity, or showcasing your talents on stage, you will help create unforgettable memories.

Being a G.O is much more than just a job, it’s about sharing moments of connection and emotion within a multicultural team.

Your Benefits

Focus on your mission, and enjoy the rest!

Discover all the benefits of joining us (depending on the country, these may vary slightly):

• Accommodation provided on site or nearby, and meals included, with a fixed contribution.
• Access to Resort facilities and activities (conditions apply): gym, swimming pool, outdoor activities… plus preferential rates at the boutique, spa, excursions, etc.
• Tailored training throughout your career to develop your skills and progress into new positions.
• Internal and international mobility: over 120 jobs in 70 Resorts worldwide… offering countless career opportunities.