Job Summary
Sous Chef – Luxury Wine Estate, Franschhoek
Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a creative and passionate Sous Chef to join a prestigious luxury wine estate in Franschhoek. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented culinary professional to lead a kitchen team, create exquisite dishes, and support a world-class dining experience in one of South Africa’s most renowned wine regions.
What’s on offer:
Salary: R25,000 – R28,000 per month
Work in a luxury, high-end hospitality environment
Opportunity to develop leadership skills and advance your culinary career
The Sous Chef will support the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and maintaining the highest culinary standards.
Key responsibilities include:
Assisting in menu planning and recipe development
Preparing and presenting dishes to luxury hospitality standards
Supervising and mentoring kitchen staff, ensuring smooth workflow
Maintaining hygiene, cleanliness, and health & safety standards in the kitchen
Managing inventory, stock levels, and ordering ingredients
Collaborating with the culinary and F&B teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences
Contributing to seasonal and special event menus
Who they’re looking for:
Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in fine dining or luxury hospitality
Strong leadership, team management, and organisational skills
Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about culinary excellence
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen management systems
Flexible and willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
If you are passionate about food, enjoy leading a team, and want to create unforgettable dining experiences in a luxury wine estate setting, this is the role for you!
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