5* Experienced Sous Chef - George

Saturday, 18 October, 2025
Nikita Sleigh     0218525693
West Coast  

ONLY CANDIDATES IN THE GEORGE AREA, WITH 5* EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED! 

(A basic “landing spot” is available for up to 3 months, subject to availability and only if needed.)


The perfect candidate will provide a unique 5* product offering in all Hotel outlets and Restaurants in line with changing guest dining trends through continuous product development whilst maintaining cost effective food production standards and operational efficiencies.
 
Requirements:

  • The position requires that the candidate have an internationally recognised institution coupled with at least 6 years’ experience in culinary of which 3 years as a Sous Chef in a 5* Hotel/Resort.
  • Previous banqueting experience is essential. 
  • Computer literate (MS Office and SAP) 
  • Knowledge of financial management awareness will be an advantage.
  • The ideal candidate will have good interpersonal skills, can comfortably and engagingly communicate with colleagues, superiors and guests.

Duties will include, but not be limited to:

  • Keep abreast of trends in the culinary industry.
  • Develop and analyse recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labour cost, and overhead costs.
  • Design special product offerings to maximize usage of stock and to make use of slow-moving stock.
  • Coordinate planning, budgeting, or purchasing for all the food operations within establishments to ensure efficient operation.
  • Monitoring and controlling resources and assist in overseeing the spending of money.
  • Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including training, coaching, mentoring, setting and monitoring performance standards and discipline.
  • Ensure that SHEQ & FCS requirements for each kitchen division are met.


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Or email an updated and complete CV, recent profile photo, educational documents to nikita@helderbergpersonnel.co.za