Sous Chef | La Residence

The Sous Chef at La Residence has a strategic position not only in the kitchen but also within the hotel. They lead with a passion that inspires their team and attracts the industry’s finest talent.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that you follow and lead by example according to our Purpose and Values
• Working closely with the Executive Chef to complete daily tasks and kitchen operations.
• Research and find unique produce that can be used daily on our menus that will set us apart
• To be pro-active and passionate about the future growth of the kitchen and to create beautiful dishes for our daily menus.
• Work with the daily dietary requirements of our guests.
• Creating the best possible food within our budgets and ensuring that supplies are used carefully, and waste is kept to a minimum.
• Daily meetings with the entire team to ensure the expectations of our guests are met.
• Closely supervising junior staff on daily food production, maintaining high standards and ensuring that all standard menu items are in place.
• Daily checking of all ordering needs for supplies and fresh produce.
• Assisting the Executive Chef with rostering staff and checking that all areas are sufficiently staffed as per daily booking updates.
• Meeting with suppliers from time to time to make sure that all produce and supplies are on par with our menu needs.
• Conducting disciplinary procedures with staff that are not performing.
• Liaise with guests, follow up on and resolve complaints
• Monthly stock take with the executive chef.
• Upkeep of high standards in kitchen hygiene.
• Upkeep, maintenance, and storage of equipment to ensure the longevity of these items.

REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPECTATIONS

• Must have at least 2 years’ experience in a 5* Hotel or 2+ years’ experience in a Junior Sous Chef position in a leading restaurant
• Qualification: The 14-19 Hospitality & Catering Diploma or City & Guilds Diplomas in Professional Cookery or BTEC HND in Professional Cookery or a Foundation Degree In Culinary Arts
• Creative cooking skills in line with international trends/ best practice
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask with good time-management
• Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication and attention to detail
• Must be flexible with working nights, weekends, and holidays

It is important that the candidate is able to work as part of a team and is a good cultural fit for The Royal Portfolio.

South African citizenship is advantageous. A valid work permit is essential if you are not in possession of a South African ID document.

All new appointments at The Royal Portfolio’s properties will need to show proof of vaccination against Covid 19.