Sous Chef

SUMMARY:
A luxury Big 5 lodge in the Greater Addo, Eastern Cape is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their professional kitchen team.
The successful candidate will assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day kitchen operations and ensure consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS: - Previous experience as a Sous Chef - Experience within a luxury lodge, hotel or high-end hospitality environment - Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food preparation - Good knowledge of food presentation and portion control - Strong understanding of kitchen hygiene and food safety - Ability to lead and supervise kitchen staff - Good organisational and communication skills - Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen - Professional, hands-on and team-oriented approach KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Assist the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations - Prepare and present high-quality meals to lodge standards - Supervise and support kitchen staff during service - Assist with menu preparation and daily meal planning - Ensure consistent food quality and presentation - Monitor food preparation and portion control - Assist with stock control and kitchen ordering - Ensure correct food storage and minimise wastage - Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene - Ensure food safety procedures are followed - Assist with training and development of kitchen staff - Step in for the Head Chef when required PACKAGE: - Salary: R12,000 - R15,000 per month - Live-in accommodation LOCATION: Greater Addo - Eastern Cape