Sous Chef
SOUS CHEF / SENIOR SOUS CHEF
Hartbeespoort | Wedding & Events Venue
Urgent Vacancy
An exciting opportunity for a strong, hands-on Sous Chef / Senior Sous Chef to join a busy wedding and events venue in the Hartbeespoort area.
Were looking for an experienced chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and is particularly strong in hot kitchen operations. This role would suit someone who is organised, reliable and confident handling the demands of high-volume functions and events.
THE ROLE
Kitchen Operations
- Support the senior kitchen team with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
- Take a strong operational lead within the hot kitchen.
- Assist with food preparation, cooking, plating and service.
- Maintain consistent food quality, presentation and portion standards.
- Ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for weddings, functions and events.
- Work effectively under pressure during busy service periods.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and kitchen hygiene.
- Assist with stock control, wastage management and general kitchen organisation.
- Support and guide junior members of the kitchen team where required.
WHO WERE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a capable, practical chef with solid professional kitchen experience and the ability to hit the ground running.
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef, or strong relevant experience at a similar level.
- Excellent hot kitchen skills are essential.
- Experience in busy, high-volume kitchens.
- Wedding, banqueting, events or function experience would be advantageous.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Able to remain calm and maintain standards under pressure.
- Hands-on, reliable and comfortable working as part of a busy kitchen team.
- Must be willing and able to relocate to the Hartbeespoort area.
THE DETAILS
Location: Hartbeespoort
Remuneration: R18 000 R22 000 per month, depending on experience
Accommodation: Live-out. Temporary accommodation can be provided while the successful candidate secures their own accommodation nearby.
Start Date: ASAP Urgent Vacancy