Job Summary
Senior Sous Chef | Luxury Hotel | Cape Town
Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Sous Chef for a luxury hotel in Cape Town. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate culinary professional to join a high-performing kitchen team within a premium hospitality environment.
Package & Benefits
• Live-out position
Location: Cape Town
Property Type: Luxury Hotel
Key Responsibilities
• Assist with planning, organising and coordinating kitchen workflows and service delivery
• Ensure high standards of food preparation, presentation and timing at all times
• Prepare and cook dishes to required standards, assisting across all kitchen sections when needed
• Support menu planning and recipe development alongside senior chefs
• Train, mentor and support junior kitchen staff
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene standards
• Assist with stock control, ordering and monitoring kitchen supplies
• Manage stock rotation and minimise food wastage
• Assist with stock takes and monitor kitchen costs
• Support recipe management, updates and staff training on new dishes
• Ensure all kitchen areas are clean, organised and properly maintained
• Assist with staff performance management and operational discipline where required
• Report equipment faults or hazards and support maintenance processes
• Handle general kitchen administration and operational duties as required
Requirements
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar kitchen role
• Strong culinary skills with excellent attention to detail
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, stock control and food costing
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership qualities with a hands-on approach
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Passion for culinary excellence and continuous professional development
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated culinary professional to advance their career within a luxury hotel environment while contributing to exceptional dining experiences.
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