SUMMARY:
Sous Chef

POSITION INFO:

SOUS CHEF

Skukuza, Mpumalanga | Luxury Safari Lodge

An exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join a luxury safari lodge, supporting the delivery of exceptional culinary experiences.

Working closely with the Executive Chef, the successful candidate will oversee daily kitchen operations, maintain high food standards and lead the kitchen team. The ability to take full responsibility for the kitchen in the Executive Chef's absence is essential.

THE ROLE

Kitchen Operations & Leadership

• Assist with the day-to-day management and smooth running of kitchen operations.

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team, ensuring consistent food quality and presentation.

• Take full responsibility for the kitchen in the Executive Chef's absence.

• Ensure meals and functions are prepared to the required standards.

• Maintain excellent communication between the Kitchen, Front of House and Management.

• Ensure high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness and organisation.

Food Production & Menu Development

• Oversee food preparation, taste, presentation and portion control.

• Assist with menu implementation and development across the property's dining outlets.

• Ensure dietary and religious requirements are accommodated.

• Keep up to date with culinary trends while maintaining consistent food standards.

Stock Control & Financial Management

• Manage stock control, purchasing, storage and inventory procedures.

• Monitor food costs, wastage, staff meals and stock variances.

• Assist with budgeting, monthly financial reviews and departmental profitability.

• Ensure kitchen equipment and company assets are properly maintained.

Training & Development

• Train, mentor and develop kitchen staff.

• Identify potential within the team and support career development and succession planning.

• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.

• Promote a positive, professional and productive working environment.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a hands-on culinary professional with strong kitchen management abilities, excellent food knowledge and the confidence to lead and develop a team.

Essential Requirements:

• Sound knowledge of food preparation, culinary techniques and kitchen hygiene.

• Good understanding of dietary and religious food requirements.

• Knowledge of menu planning, compilation and current culinary trends.

• Experience in stock control, purchasing and food cost management.

• Understanding of budgeting and departmental administration.

• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.

• Ability to maintain quality standards while minimising wastage.

Advantageous:

• Previous experience in a luxury lodge or hospitality environment.

• Relevant culinary qualification.

• Experience with P&L reporting, budgeting and financial forecasting.

• Experience developing staff training programmes.

THE DETAILS

Location: Skukuza, Mpumalanga
Remuneration: Market Related DOE
Live In
Position: Contract, Full-time

INTERESTED?

If you have the culinary experience and leadership skills to deliver exceptional dining experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Send your updated CV to , quoting Sous Chef – Skukuza in the subject line.

 

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