Cape Town: Sous Chef posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Sous Chef Luxury Hotel | Cape Town

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Sous Chef for a luxury hotel based in Cape Town. This role is ideal for a professional with a passion for fine dining, creativity, and maintaining exceptional 5-star culinary standards across both restaurant and villa operations.

Salary: R25,000 per month

Key Responsibilities:

Kitchen Operations:
Run the kitchen effectively in the absence of the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef
Ensure clear communication between the kitchen, restaurants, and villas
Verify that each chef receives the correct orders for tables
Check every dish leaving the kitchen for quality, presentation, quantity, and temperature
Maintain 5-star standards in food preparation, presentation, and cooking techniques
Work closely with the Food and Beverage department to achieve operational objectives
Exceed guest expectations by delivering consistent, high-quality cuisine
Assist in writing daily menus and make recommendations to guests
Taste all food daily to ensure quality standards
Take an active role in guest interaction, making menu suggestions when required

Villa Operations:
Liaise with Reservations and Reception to prepare villas for guest arrivals
Ensure villas are stocked, prepared, and operational at least two hours before guest arrival
Maintain high food quality and presentation standards in villa service
Assist HOD during events and ensure villas are service-ready
Manage villa operational equipment and report maintenance issues
Minimise wastage and maintain cleanliness in villa kitchens
Ensure clear handovers for the next shift and remain available for guest requests

Stock Control:
Ensure necessary stocks are available at the correct quality and quantity
Cultivate relationships with suppliers and place daily orders
Receive and check deliveries for quality compliance
Monitor storage, rotation, and stock levels of perishables and operational stock
Conduct monthly stock takes and ensure budgeted targets are met
Minimise breakages and wastage in assigned areas

Key Skills:
Consistently innovative and creative
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
Problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Passion for delivering high-quality work

Qualifications & Experience:
Culinary qualification preferred
Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role
Experience in a 5-star hotel environment
Fine dining experience essential
Previous yacht experience or similar role advantageous
Ability to work independently and host guests
Good communication skills; travel experience advantageous

This role is suited to a proactive and highly motivated chef who thrives in a fast-paced, luxury hospitality environment and is committed to maintaining exceptional culinary standards.

Candidates who are keen to apply are invited to submit their CV for consideration.