Job Summary
Senior Sous Chef. World Class 5* Game Lodge Paterson Eastern Cape. Requirements. - Diploma or other formal qualification in Culinary Arts - Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior culinary role within a 5-star lodge or hospitality environment - Proven leadership experience managing kitchen brigades 2. Key Performance Areas of this position include: - Stay up to date with changes in industry standards, policies, and best practices - Run daily kitchen shifts and conduct pre-shift briefings in collaboration with front- and back-of-house teams - Manage guest interactions relating to menu requests, dietary requirements, and special occasions, ensuring clear and timely communication with the Lodge team - Ensure all food prepared and served meets Shamwari’s quality, presentation, and service standards - Adhere to and enforce standardized recipes, portion control, and plating standards across the kitchen brigade - Maintain an organised system for cyclical menus, recipes, and kitchen documentation - Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring all records and administrative duties are completed accurately and timeously - Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, security, and health & safety legislation and internal policies - Monitor, manage, and motivate kitchen staff during preparation and service - Assist with stock control, ordering, food costing, and wastage management - Support all kitchen sections to ensure seamless service delivery and an exceptional, personalised guest dining experience - Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs to maintain high performance and consistency 3. Competencies required: - Excellent spoken and written English comprehension - Working knowledge of GAAP POS and Microsoft Office (particularly office) - Strong understanding of food costing, stock control, and wastage management - Professional conduct with reliable and responsible personal habits - Strong leadership ability with the capacity to perform under pressure - Valid driver's license - Sound knowledge of Food & Beverage service principles Salary R 22500 per month including accommodation. Please Note - While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.