Sous Chef – Luxury Private Reserve | KalahariKendrick Recruitment is seeking a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to join a prestigious luxury private reserve located in the Kalahari. This live-in position offers a negotiable salary, dependent on experience, and provides the opportunity to work in a dynamic and high-end hospitality environment.Requirements:Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Sous Chef in a 5-star establishmentFood hygiene and professional cooking qualificationsProven ability to perform in a busy, fast-paced kitchenStrong multitasking skills with the ability to work efficiently under pressureExperience in coordinating a kitchen team to deliver menus and dishes with precision and high presentation standardsExcellent understanding of current food trendsKnowledge of dietary and religious requirementsStrong grasp of creating, implementing, and maintaining standard operating proceduresSound knowledge of stock management and controlCompetence in planning, budgeting, and departmental administrationKey Responsibilities:Mentor, train, and manage the kitchen team, ensuring continual improvement and developmentSystemise and streamline kitchen operations, including stock control, food preparation, presentation, timely service, and wastage reductionCompile and implement seasonal menus aligned with the property’s culinary standardsMaintain and exceed standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and handling in compliance with legislationLead and train staff in line with the property’s food directive, ensuring all dishes are prepared to the highest standardOversee kitchen administration, ensuring effective stock control and minimising shortages, wastage, and variancesMonitor and manage kitchen costs, implementing effective measures for controlThis role is ideal for a driven culinary professional looking to further their career in a refined luxury environment.
