&Beyond is built, almost entirely, on the strength of remarkable people who give passionately to their roles, work tirelessly, have the guest experience at the core of their focus daily and care of the sustainability of our communities and environment. Every single '&Beyonder' makes a huge difference to our success and our contribution to the world, regardless of their role or function.
For this reason we choose '&Beyonders' very carefully – they are the strength and the future of this company.
We are seeking a passionate & dedicated Senior Sous Chef to join our team at Ngala.
This role involves assisting the Head Chef & Executive Chef in all kitchen operations, including food preparation, maintaining high standards of food hygiene & presentation.
KEY OUTPUTS: Assist Head Chef and Executive Chef in planning and executing innovative and seasonal menus.
Supervise kitchen staff and ensure high standards of food preparation and presentation.
Maintain quality control and consistency in all dishes served.
Oversee inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and stocking supplies.
Ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations and food hygiene standards.
Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff, fostering a positive and efficient working environment.
Manage kitchen operations during the Head Chef's absence.
Handle and resolve any kitchen-related issues or emergencies promptly.
Check that staff are adhering to cleaning roster and that kitchen is being cleaned properly.
Have knowledge of correct usage of chemicals and cleaning materials.
Check and rotate stocks in fridges and freezers daily Help monitor and manage inventory, including ordering and stocking supplies when needed.
Good interaction with guests as well as a clear understanding for special dietary needs.
Constant upkeep on buffet, bush delights and banqueting.
Ensure that equipment is in working order and that it is always returned to the correct storage place.
Ensure menu is being followed correctly and recipes are being correctly executed.
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED At least 2+years Chef experience in an &Beyond would be advantageous.
At least 2+years Chef experience in a similar role Culinary school diploma or equivalent experience.
In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, trends and best practices.
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
Strong leadership and management skills.
Proficient in food safety regulations and kitchen hygiene practices.
Have a good verbal understanding and a written knowledge of English Pastry knowledge is essential Passion for kitchen management – including all kitchen administration, general hygiene and people management Computer literate PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
Willingness/ability to share information and teach and inspire others.
Hard working.
100% Honesty and strong individual character.
Be a respectful team member towards fellow chefs, other staff members and managers.
Always be neat and presentable DESIRABLE SKILLS: Experience in a lodge or remote location setting.
Knowledge of local ingredients and cuisine.
Creative flair and a passion for innovation in the kitchen.
HACCP Knowledge Knowledge and experience with PANstrat would be advantageous We are accepting both internal and external applications This is a permanent live-in position, based at Ngala Tented Camp.
Transport to/from leave cycles is the successful candidate's own responsibility.
We reserve the right not to make an appointment.
