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Senior Sous Chef

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R26,000 monthly

Job Description - Senior Sous Chef


Senior Sous Chef | Luxury Hotel | Cape Town

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Sous Chef for a luxury hotel in Cape Town. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate culinary professional to join a high-performing kitchen team within a premium hospitality environment.

Package & Benefits



• Salary: R26,000 per month



• Live-out position

Location: Cape Town

Property Type: Luxury Hotel

Key Responsibilities



• Supervise and support daily kitchen operations in line with senior management direction



• Assist with planning, organising and coordinating kitchen workflows and service delivery



• Ensure high standards of food preparation, presentation and timing at all times



• Prepare and cook dishes to required standards, assisting across all kitchen sections when needed



• Support menu planning and recipe development alongside senior chefs



• Train, mentor and support junior kitchen staff



• Ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene standards



• Assist with stock control, ordering and monitoring kitchen supplies



• Manage stock rotation and minimise food wastage



• Assist with stock takes and monitor kitchen costs



• Support recipe management, updates and staff training on new dishes



• Ensure all kitchen areas are clean, organised and properly maintained



• Assist with staff performance management and operational discipline where required



• Report equipment faults or hazards and support maintenance processes



• Handle general kitchen administration and operational duties as required

Requirements



• Certificate or Diploma in Professional Cookery



• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar kitchen role



• Strong culinary skills with excellent attention to detail



• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, stock control and food costing



• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment



• Strong leadership qualities with a hands-on approach



• Excellent teamwork and communication skills



• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards



• Passion for culinary excellence and continuous professional development

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated culinary professional to advance their career within a luxury hotel environment while contributing to exceptional dining experiences.







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