Sous Chef - Richards Bay

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

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations for their catering services in Richards Bay . This role is integral to the successful delivery of high-quality culinary services for a diverse range of events. You will be involved in menu planning, food preparation, team supervision, and ensuring impeccable standards of hygiene and safety. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef to hone their skills, gain valuable experience in a busy catering environment, and contribute to memorable dining experiences for clients.

Key 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.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or a similar role in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Work within a dynamic and supportive kitchen team.
• Access to modern kitchen facilities.
• Employee discounts on catering services.