Sous Chef
Location: Northern Cape
Property Type: Luxury Private Game Reserve
Salary: Negotiable DOE | Live-in
Kendrick Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a luxury private game reserve in the Northern Cape for an experienced Sous Chef. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled culinary professional to support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences and maintaining the highest kitchen standards in a luxury bush environment.
Key Responsibilities
⢠Assist the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
⢠Prepare and present high-quality meals in line with lodge standards
⢠Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation
⢠Maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards at all times
⢠Oversee stock control, ordering, and minimise wastage
⢠Assist with menu planning and creative input for new dishes
⢠Supervise and support junior kitchen staff
⢠Ensure all dietary requirements are catered for professionally and accurately
⢠Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment
⢠Step into the role of Head Chef when required
Requirements
⢠Formal culinary qualification
⢠Previous experience as a Sous Chef within a luxury lodge, safari camp, or high-end hospitality environment
⢠Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
⢠Ability to work well under pressure in a remote bush environment
⢠Excellent organisational and time management skills
⢠Strong leadership and team support skills
⢠Creative flair with attention to detail in presentation
⢠Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays
Personal Attributes
⢠Passion for fine dining and guest satisfaction
⢠Positive and proactive attitude
⢠Strong work ethic and reliability
⢠Ability to adapt to a bush environment
⢠Calm and professional demeanour
This live-in position offers a competitive salary dependent on experience and an opportunity to work in a prestigious luxury private game reserve in the Northern Cape.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to apply for this opportunity through Kendrick Recruitment.