Sous Chef

Recruiter:

Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref:

WDH002668/Trav

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Location:

Greater Addo, South Africa

SUMMARY:
An elegant, colonial-style lodge in a private Eastern Cape game concession is seeking a skilled and dependable SOUS CHEF to support its kitchen team

POSITION INFO:
This role suits a hands-on chef who can run the pass with confidence, keep plating and quality consistent for a small number of discerning guests, and work closely with the head chef in a remote bush setting.

Core Criteria:

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior Chef de Partie in an upmarket lodge, hotel or fine-dining kitchen [CONFIRM: minimum years’ experience?]
Culinary qualification advantageous [CONFIRM: required or advantageous?]
Strong grounding in classic cooking techniques, with a flair for refined, well-presented dishes
Sound knowledge of hygiene, food safety and stock control
Able to lead and guide junior kitchen staff while staying calm under pressure
Reliable, organised and comfortable working within a small, close-knit team
Own transport and a valid driver’s licence preferred, but not essential

Core Responsibilities:

Support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen
Prepare and present meals to the lodge’s standard, with consistency at every service
Supervise, train and motivate kitchen team members
Assist with menu planning and the introduction of new dishes
Manage stock rotation, ordering and requisitions
Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety
Report equipment issues and keep the kitchen running smoothly
Step in across sections where needed

On Offer:

Salary: R12,000 to R15,000 per month
Live-in position
Meals are not included
Six days on, two days off
Staff are welcome to remain on the property on their days off
21 days’ annual leave
Provident fund

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