Senior Sous Chef - Live In
Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd T/A MPC Recruitment Group EC Port Elizabeth
Job Title: Senior Sous Chef
Department: Kitchen
Reports to: Head Chef
Department: Kitchen
Reports to: Head Chef
Location: Hospitality / Luxury Lodge Environment
Job Overview
An experienced and dynamic Senior Sous Chef is required to support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations within a high-end hospitality environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining exceptional food quality, managing kitchen teams, and ensuring a seamless and personalised dining experience for guests.
Minimum Requirements- Diploma or formal qualification in Culinary Arts
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior culinary role within a 5-star lodge or hospitality environment
- Proven experience managing and leading kitchen brigades
- Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen operations
- Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth service delivery
- Run kitchen shifts and conduct pre-service briefings
- Ensure all food meets high standards of quality, presentation, and consistency
- Support all kitchen sections to maintain efficient workflow and service excellence
- Engage with guests regarding menu preferences, dietary requirements, and special occasions
- Ensure personalised dining experiences through clear communication with front-of-house teams
- Enforce standardised recipes, portion control, and plating standards
- Maintain organised systems for menus, recipes, and kitchen documentation
- Stay updated on industry trends, standards, and best practices
- Supervise, motivate, and manage kitchen staff during preparation and service
- Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs to maintain high performance levels
- Foster a positive and productive kitchen environment
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
- Maintain accurate kitchen records and administrative processes
- Assist with stock control, ordering, and supplier coordination
- Monitor food costing, stock levels, and wastage
- Support budget management and cost efficiency initiatives
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Ability to perform effectively under pressure
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- High attention to detail and organisational ability
- Professional, reliable, and responsible work ethic
- Strong understanding of food costing and inventory management
- Working knowledge of POS systems and Microsoft Office
- Valid driver’s licence
Professional Career ServicesPort Elizabeth
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