Senior Sous Chef

Job detailsHere's how the job details align with your profile.PayR25 000 - R30 000 a monthJob typeFull-timeLocation(Insert Location)Full job descriptionAn iconic 5* Hotel seeks a Sous Chef to work alongside the Snr Sous Chef & Head Chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, menu preparation and ensuring food quality and freshness. Providing meal quality and consistency by following designated recipes.RESPONSIBILITIES:Manage and lead the kitchen staffProvide guidance to junior kitchen staff members, including but not limited to line cooking, food preparation and dish platingOversee and organize kitchen stock and ingredientsEnsure a first-in, first-out food rotation system and verify all food products are correctly dated and organized for quality assuranceKeep cooking stations stocked, especially before and during prime operation hoursTrain and assess staff on the jobManage food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizing waste, plus work with existing systems to improve waste reduction and address budgetary concernsSupervise all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standardsWork with the Head Chef to maintain kitchen organization, staff ability and training opportunitiesAssist the Head Chef with menu creationMonitor and maintain health and safetyMaintain staff and leave rostersEnsure that all CDPs are familiar with the weekly and daily reservations, events and menu requirementsEnsure that each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation and correct temperatureREQUIREMENTS:Culinary DiplomaPreferably +/- 4 years previous in a senior chef roleOwn transportLeadership and management skillsAble to work in a teamBasic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)Excellent written & oral communication skillsStrong organizational skillsAttention to detailAvailability to work within opening hours (e.g., evenings, public holidays, weekends)Ability to work under pressureCreative problem-solving skills
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