Hoedspruit: Sous Chef – 5* Flagship Lodge – Greater Hoedspruit | Sl posted by Kendrick Recruitment

SOUS CHEF VACANCY ALERT Position: Sous Chef Location: Greater Hoedspruit Area Type of Property: 5★ Luxury Safari Lodge Contract: Full-time | Reports to Executive Chef Salary: R23,000 – R26,000 Negotiable based on experience | Live-in | Benefits Included Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a talented and experienced fine-dining Sous Chef to join the culinary team at a world-renowned 5-star flagship safari lodge in the Greater Hoedspruit area. This is a premier opportunity for a detail-driven chef with fine dining and bush cuisine experience. Minimum Requirements: • Grade 12 Certificate • Tertiary Culinary Diploma (accredited) • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Sous Chef at a 5★ lodge – essential • Fine dining and bush catering experience essential • Strong leadership and kitchen management skills • Excellent stock control, ordering, and budgeting knowledge • Familiar with food safety, hygiene, and kitchen regulations • Up to date with modern culinary trends • Confident, well-presented, and highly organised • Must be computer literate (including stock systems) Key Responsibilities: • Support the Head Chef with daily operations and team leadership • Ensure high levels of hygiene and health standards in the kitchen • Manage stock control, food cost, and assist in monthly stock takes • Oversee mise en place and prep across multiple kitchen sections • Maintain consistent 5-star quality and innovative presentation • Collaborate with service teams and management to ensure seamless guest dining experiences • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff Work Cycle & Package Includes: • 21 Days on, 7 Days off • Live-in on-site accommodation (private 2-bedroom unit with kitchen & lounge) • Pension Fund contribution • 15 Days Annual Leave TO APPLY: Send your CV, contactable references, food portfolio, and a recent head & shoulders photograph ASAP Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act. RSA citizenship by birth or descent is required for this role.