Zmo 19075 - Senior Sous Chef

HotelJobs; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Meals

6 weeks in and 2 weeks off cycle

Job summary

HotelJobs in Limpopo invites applications for a Senior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering an efficient, cost-conscious, and consistently high-quality dining experience for lodge guests. The role requires strong culinary expertise, reliable kitchen leadership, disciplined daily execution and the ability to guide the team through preparation, service and handovers.

You will oversee menu preparation, seasonal updates, daily specials and dietary requirements, while maintaining food

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a lodge, hotel, restaurant or similar hospitality environment.
• Luxury lodge or fine dining experience will be advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of food preparation, service flow, stock control and kitchen hygiene.
• Experience in supervising or training junior kitchen team members.
• Strong understanding of health, hygiene and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef and Executive Chef with the daily running of the kitchen, ensuring organization of prep, service and handovers.
• Support menu preparation, seasonal updates, daily specials and dietary requirements.
• Maintain consistent food quality, portion control, plating and presentation across services.
• Supervise kitchen staff during prep and service, ensuring tasks are completed correctly and calmly.
• Assist with training, coaching and mentoring junior kitchen team members.
• Ensure ingredients are used responsibly, stored correctly and rotated per stock control procedures.
• Assist with stock takes, ordering information, wastage control and reporting of shortages or variances.
• Uphold hygiene, health, food safety and sanitation requirements at all times.
• Ensure kitchen areas, equipment and workstations are clean and ready for service.
• Report maintenance issues and safety risks promptly to the manager.
• Support kitchen administration including attendance records and daily notes.
• Ensure staff are dressed, groomed and conduct themselves professionally.
• Communicate with Front of House to support a seamless guest experience.
• Step into stronger leadership when Head Chef is off duty.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary excellence

Communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Job description

Employer Description

5-Star Luxury Game Lodge in Limpopo

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering an efficient, cost-effective, and consistently high-quality food service that reflects the Lodge guest experience. The role calls for strong culinary expertise, reliable kitchen leadership, disciplined daily execution, excellent hygiene standards and the ability to guide the team through preparation, service and operational handovers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef and Executive Chef with the daily running of the kitchen, ensuring that preparation, service and handovers are well organized.
• Support menu preparation, seasonal menu updates, daily specials and guest-specific requirements, including dietary needs and special occasions.
• Maintain consistent food quality, portion control, plating and presentation standards across all services.
• Supervise kitchen staff during preparation and service, ensuring that tasks are completed correctly, calmly and timeously.
• Assist with training, coaching and mentoring junior kitchen team members.
• Ensure that ingredients are used responsibly, stored correctly and rotated according to stock control procedures.
• Assist with stock takes, ordering information, wastage control and reporting of shortages or variances.
• Uphold statutory hygiene, health, food safety and sanitation requirements at all times.
• Ensure that kitchen areas, equipment and workstations are clean, organized and ready for service.
• Report maintenance issues, equipment faults and safety risks promptly to the relevant manager.
• Support accurate kitchen administration, including attendance records, stock documentation and daily operational notes where required.
• Ensure that kitchen staff are correctly dressed, well groomed and conduct themselves professionally.
• Communicate clearly with Front of House, Guest Relations and other departments to support a seamless guest experience.
• Step into a stronger leadership role when the Head Chef is off duty or unavailable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef, Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a lodge, hotel, restaurant or similar hospitality environment.
• Luxury lodge or fine dining experience will be advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of food preparation, service flow, stock control and kitchen hygiene.
• Experience in supervising or training junior kitchen team members.
• Strong understanding of health, hygiene and safety requirements.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, public holidays and split shifts where required.
• Basic kitchen administration and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle

Skills

• Strong culinary ability with refined preparation and plating skills.
• Good understanding of luxury lodge standards, guest expectations and personalized dining.
• Reliable leadership style with the ability to guide a team during busy services.
• Sound knowledge of stock control, kitchen hygiene, food safety and daily administration.
• Clear communication and a practical, team-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail, consistency and professional presentation.
• Ability to remain calm, organized and solutions-focused under pressure.

Benefits

• Accommodation
• Meals
• 6 weeks in and 2 weeks off cycle