Sous Chef
Hospitality Hire
- Western Cape
- R25,000-29,000 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
Their vision: to become Cape Town’s most loved hotel.
We’re seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the culinary operations of the hotel. If you live and breathe these values - teamwork, respect, innovation, accountability, passion, and integrity - then this opportunity is for you.Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef with planning & executing all culinary activities
- Contribute to innovative, seasonal menu development
- Ensure consistency, quality & presentation of all dishes
- Supervise, train & motivate kitchen staff
- Manage inventory, food costs & supply ordering
- Uphold strict hygiene, health & safety standards
- Support events & special functions with high-quality culinary offerings
- Culinary Expertise – strong cooking and presentation skills
- Leadership & Team Management – ability to train and inspire staff
- Menu Development – creativity with seasonal and guest-focused dishes
- Inventory & Cost Control – stock management and food cost optimisation
- Food Safety & Hygiene – HACCP knowledge and compliance with regulations
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a senior kitchen role (Sous Chef/CDP level)
- Formal culinary qualification (advantageous)
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a kitchen team
- Strong knowledge of food costing, stock management & menu planning
- Commitment to hygiene, food safety & kitchen compliance
- Creativity, passion & attention to detail in every dish
- Must hold a valid South African ID
- Only candidates with relevant experience will be shortlisted
- Ensure your CV is 100% updated
- All applicants will attend a virtual introduction interview
- Must hold a valid South African ID
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