Sous Chef / Head Chef

We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team, supporting the Executive Chef in planning, managing, and executing all kitchen operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in menu development, staff supervision, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all hotel outlets.

Criteria (Requirements)

• Minimum 35 years experience in a senior kitchen role
• Formal culinary qualification advantageous
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate kitchen teams
• Strong knowledge of food costing, stock management, and menu planning
• Commitment to hygiene, food safety, and HACCP compliance
• Creativity, attention to detail, and passion for culinary excellence
• South African citizen with a valid ID

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Important Application Notes

About the Hotel

The President Hotel is on a journey to be recognised as a true luxury destination.

Our purpose : to create and inspire memorable experiences.

Our vision : to become Cape Towns most loved hotel.

Set in the heart of Bantry Bay, between Cape Towns vibrant city life and the Atlantic Ocean, the hotel offers 349 stylish rooms, suites, and apartments, breathtaking views, a palm-lined infinity pool, world-class restaurants, and state-of-the-art conference and event venues. The property provides an iconic working environment where excellence meets opportunity.