North West: Executive Sous Chef – Sj2625: North West posted by HotelJobs

Safari JOBS is seeking a sophisticated and disciplined Executive Sous Chef to join the senior leadership team at a premier 5 star safari destination. This role is tailored for a culinary professional who thrives on the energy of a busy game lodge environment. We are looking for a leader who moves away from traditional fare in favor of modernist safari gastronomy. If your passion lies in sleek plating and the technical precision of a high-end restaurant, this is the canvas for your craft. The ideal candidate possesses dual mastery of both savory and pastry arts, bringing a comprehensive technical skillset to a kitchen focused on contemporary excellence. You should be a structured mentor who takes pride in maintaining the exacting standards required for a high-end clientele who expect a world-class dining experience in the heart of the bush. If you possess the steady hand required to lead a high-pressure service and the creative vision to define the gastronomic identity of a premier, contemporary bush destination, we would like to hear from you. This location offers a rare balance for those who value the bush but appreciate proximity to the city – perfectly situated within a premier reserve, approximately two hours from Pretoria. ??????? ???????????? ??? ???????????? Clear criminal record; Excellent employment track record references will be verified; Professional Cookery/ Culinary Arts Diploma from a reputable hotel school; Min. 3 years experience as a Senior / Executive Sous Chef in large upscale establishments (luxury lodges / hotels): mandatory; In depth knowledge of food costing, cost control and budgeting; Must be versatile, skilled in hot and pastry kitchen, and multi-venue catering; Excellent understanding of the latest food trends and concepts; Finer attention to detail and maintaining a guest centric approach in everything; Ability to drive change and to look for operational efficiencies / synergies; Highly presentable with excellent communication skills and balanced emotional intellect; A strong ability and willingness to train, mentor, develop and continually improve the kitchen brigade. In depth knowledge of health and safety, including food safety and hygiene; Extensive knowledge of all dietary requirements ??? ???????????????? Plated or Set menu compilation and implementation to best support high end culinary experience for all guests. Maintain or improve the established standards of food hygiene, cleaning, and food handling to ensure impeccable quality within the kitchen for compliance with regulations. Manage supplier relations to ensure consistent timely delivery of fresh quality ingredients. Ensure that stock ordering, receiving, stock takes and requisitions procedures are strictly followed according to par levels and company standards for better accuracy. Effective kitchen administration to minimize wastages and shortages and effective stock control assuring full responsibility of the food cost relative to set budgets. Train; mentor, develop and continually improve the kitchen brigade. Performance management and discipline of staff ??????????? / ??????? / ???? ????? Basic monthly remuneration of approx. R30, 000.00 NEG. PLUS – Accommodation (partly/basically furnished) & own bathroom; 2 meals per day from the staff canteen; Provident fund – 100% coverage by the company; Medical Aid membership is a compulsory part of the package, offering employees the security of ongoing cover, with the full contribution payable by the employee; Uniform and laundry thereof; Complimentary staff shuttle service is provided for shift transport, with pick-up before each shift and drop-off after each shift for staff living within approximately 20 km of the property in surrounding local communities. Work Cycle: 21 days on, 7 days off Must be flexible and open to possible change in line with operational requirements. ??????????? ??????? Please submit your ??-??-???? ???? ??, a recent ????-???-????????? ??????????, copies of relevant ?????????????? / certificates, and contactable references for your ???? ????? ?????. Written reference letters to be included if available. ????? ??? ?? ??????? ????? ??????? ???? ????????? ??? ???? ?????? ? ????????, ? ????? & ? ????????. We sincerely value every application submitted. While only shortlisted candidates who meet the role requirements will be contacted, you are most welcome to follow our advertising & social media platforms for future opportunities that may better align with your profile.