Sous Chef - Luxury Safari Lodge - Pongola, Kzn | Lb

Sous Chef - Luxury Safari Lodge - Pongola, KZN

A luxury safari lodge in Pongola is seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join its culinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled chef with strong lodge experience and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences in a luxury safari environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with the daily kitchen operation and overall food production.
• Prepare and present high-quality dishes to luxury lodge standards.
• Ensure consistency, quality and attention to detail across all meals and services.
• Supervise and support the kitchen team during daily operations.
• Assist with menu planning, stock control and ordering.
• Maintain excellent hygiene, food safety and kitchen standards.
• Monitor portion control, food costs and minimise wastage.
• Train; mentor and motivate junior kitchen staff.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Step into the Executive Chef's responsibilities when required.
• Contribute creative ideas to menus and special guest dining experiences.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, preferably within a luxury lodge or high-end hospitality environment.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality food.
• Excellent knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety and hygiene standards.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and motivate a kitchen team.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure.
• A professional attitude with excellent attention to detail.
• Relevant culinary qualifications will be advantageous.

? Salary: R30,000 live-in

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