Sous Chef***Luxury Hotel***

Incredible Benefits

We are looking for a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our exceptional culinary team. You will play a vital role in leading the kitchen, mentoring junior chefs, and delivering exceptional dining experiences in a luxury setting. This full-time position reports directly to the Executive Chef.

Organisational Positioning:

· Department: Kitchen

· Reporting to: Executive Chef

Location: The Twelve Apostles Hotel Premises

Key Responsibilities of a Sous Chef:

Oversee and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the kitchen in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
Lead and support the kitchen team during service, ensuring consistent quality and presentation across all dishes.
Develop new dishes and contribute to seasonal menu planning with a focus on creativity, quality, and guest satisfaction.
Ensure all food is prepared and presented to the highest standard and in line with recipe specifications.
Maintain excellent standards of hygiene and food safety, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Monitor stock levels, control costs, and manage waste to support overall kitchen profitability.
Assist in maintaining accurate records including HACCP, allergen information, and cleaning schedules.

What are we looking for?

Proven experience as a Sous Chef, ideally in a luxury or fine dining setting.
Leadership qualities and the ability to manage and motivate a team under pressure.
Strong understanding of food cost control, stock rotation, and kitchen organisation.
Deep knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management standards.
Excellent communication and time-management skills.
A hands-on, proactive approach with a willingness to lead by example.
Passion for delivering outstanding food and memorable guest experiences.
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including weekends and bank holidays.

What’s in it for you?

Excellent service charge added to your salary every month.
Excellent service charge added to your salary quarterly.
Professional, award winning learning and development opportunities from day one.
Fantastic recommend a friend and family bonus scheme of R500.
Eligible employees will receive one-third of their salary during parental leave. Permanent employees qualify for this benefit after completing one year of service and may apply twice within a five-year period.
25% off on food and 30% off on beverages in F&B outlets.
Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels worldwide.
Two paid volunteering days each year, because we care about our community.
Access to immediate Employee Assistance Programme, because we care about our employees.
Vibrant hotel recognition events every month and hotel-based incentives (Employee of the Month / Manager of the Quarter).
Social and team building events per hotel.
1 Meal Per shift.
Complimentary uniform and dry-cleaning services.

NB: Preference will be given to employees from the designated groups with the provisions of employment equity act, no. 55 of 1998, sisa internal recruitment policy as well as units employment equity plans.