Junior Sous Chef - Fine Dining

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POSITION INFO:

Fine Dining | Durbanville Wine Estate

An established fine dining restaurant located on the Durbanville Wine Route is currently recruiting for a Junior Sous Chef to support its culinary brigade.

The kitchen operates on structured rotational shifts (typically 08:00–15:00 or 15:00–22:00) with two off-days weekly.

Due to the estate location, candidates must reside within the Northern Suburbs and have their own reliable transport (non-negotiable).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Supervise and lead a small brigade during service
• Assist with menu development and function execution
• Maintain food quality, presentation and operational standards
• Manage stock control, ordering and weekly stock takes
• Ensure hygiene and compliance standards are upheld
• Report directly to the General Manager

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum ±2 years’ experience as a Junior Sous Chef OR strong Senior CDP ready for promotion
• Formal culinary qualification OR proven in-house leadership experience
• Strong understanding of food cost control and kitchen management
• Experience across sections advantageous
• Own reliable transport (non-negotiable)

Remuneration

Full-time position
Salary: Up to R14 000 (dependent on experience)

Application Requirements:
Applicants are required to email:

• A short, recently updated CV
• Contactable references
• A recent photo
• A portfolio of your own work

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