Italian Sous Chef - Luxury Wine Estate - George

Exciting Opportunity: Sous Chef - Flagship Italian Restaurant
An exceptional opportunity awaits at a premier wine estate destination in George, located in the heart of the Garden Route.
Desired Candidate Profile:
Passionate about delivering exceptional culinary experiences.
Obsessed with good food and maintaining high standards.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, capable of effective communication with colleagues, superiors, and guests.
Hold a 3-year Chef's Diploma from an internationally recognized institution.
Minimum 6 years of culinary experience, including 3 years as a Sous Chef in a 5-star hotel or resort environment.
Background in Michelin-starred establishments and classical training preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office is essential; working knowledge of SAP and financial management awareness is advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and control culinary areas within the F&B department, including Food Production, Food Service, Catering Event Planning, and Back of House.
Develop a unique 5-star product offering across all hotel outlets and restaurants, aligned with guest dining trends through continuous product development.
Stay updated on culinary industry trends and innovations.
Analyze recipes and assign prices based on food, labor, and overhead costs.
Coordinate planning, budgeting, and purchasing to ensure efficient food operations.
Monitor and control resources, oversee expenditure, and ensure compliance with SHEQ & FCS requirements.
Provide guidance, training, coaching, mentoring, and performance monitoring for kitchen staff.
Additional Requirements:
Availability to work weekends, public holidays, and shifts as required.
If you believe you possess suitable experience and qualifications, please apply online with your CV and references