Job Description
Critical Criteria (Requirements)
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a Sous Chef role, preferably with a focus on events or banqueting in 4/5-star hotels or luxury resorts
- Proven experience in supervising kitchen teams and managing high-volume event operations
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene standards
- Culinary qualification or diploma advantageous
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to remain calm and efficient in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
- South African citizen with a valid ID
Key Competencies
? Guest-Centric Culinary Excellence – Ensures all event cuisine meets luxury hospitality standards
? Team Leadership & Development – Supervises, mentors, and motivates the kitchen brigade
? Operational Precision – Plans, organises, and executes event catering with accuracy and efficiency
? Quality & Safety Compliance – Maintains strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and health standards
? Collaboration & Problem Solving – Works closely with events, F&B, and service teams to deliver flawless experiences
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef in planning and preparing menus for events and banquets
- Supervise kitchen operations during events, ensuring timely and high-quality food production
- Manage and coach junior kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to SOPs and culinary standards
- Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control across all events
- Ensure compliance with hygiene, health, and safety regulations
- Collaborate with Events and F&B teams to ensure smooth coordination and service flow
- Assist with inventory management, stock rotation, and ordering of ingredients for events
- Support the continuous improvement of culinary techniques, workflows, and guest satisfaction
- Live and promote the hotel’s values of Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Accountability, Passion, and Integrity
Package on Offer
- Basic salary (TBA)
- 50/50 contribution to Pension
- Company contribution to medical aid
Important Application Notes
- Must hold a valid South African ID
- Only candidates with relevant events or banqueting Sous Chef experience will be shortlisted
- Ensure your CV is 100% updated
- All applicants will attend a virtual introduction interview
- Recruitment aligns with the company’s Employment Equity Plan
Join the culinary leadership team and help deliver exceptional event experiences at Cape Town’s most loved hotel.
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