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Executive Sous Chef
Job summary
A prestigious hotel in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional dining experiences while maintaining high food quality standards. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable leadership skills in a high-end kitchen, as well as strong time management and communication abilities. Join a dynamic culinary team and take advantage of career growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience as an Executive Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-end kitchen.
- Comprehensive knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety.
- Strong leadership capabilities in developing kitchen staff.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily kitchen activities ensuring high productivity.
- Maintain strict standards for food preparation and hygiene.
- Lead and inspire a diverse kitchen team through mentorship.
- Ensure inventory management and stock control.
- Engage with guests to enhance dining experience.
Skills
Are you passionate about culinary excellence and ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and detail-oriented Executive Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. In this key leadership role, you’ll work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences, maintain the highest food quality standards, and drive innovation in kitchen operations.
- Lead Kitchen Operations : Oversee daily kitchen activities, ensuring a smooth workflow, high productivity, and unwavering commitment to food safety and quality.
- Quality Assurance : Maintain strict standards for food preparation, presentation, taste, and hygiene. Regularly inspect all dishes and food storage.
- Team Development : Lead, train, and inspire a diverse kitchen team. Promote a culture of accountability, energy, and teamwork through mentoring and consistent process adherence.
- Collaboration : Work closely with the Executive Chef, F&B Manager, and service teams to ensure seamless alignment between kitchen output and guest expectations.
- Inventory & Stock Management : Oversee ordering, stock control, and proper storage. Optimize stock rotation, minimize waste, and ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Guest Experience : Occasionally engage with guests to enhance their dining experience and quickly address feedback with professionalism.
- Systems & Procedures : Uphold all health, safety, and kitchen operational protocols. Maintain clear, accurate documentation regarding stock usage and wastage.
- Experienced as an Executive Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a high-end kitchen.
- Comprehensive knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and inventory control.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in supervising and developing kitchen staff.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Exceptional time management, organizational, and multitasking capabilities—especially under pressure.
- Meticulous attention to detail in food quality and presentation.
- Proficient in ordering procedures and cost control.
- Flexible to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
- Be part of an innovative, collaborative, and passionate culinary team.
- Opportunity for career growth in a reputable, high-standard kitchen environment.
- Work in a culture that values excellence, creativity, and continuous learning.
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