Saturday, 14 March, 2026
Christine Loopstra - Senior Consultant
Franschhoek 
My client, a contemporary, high-end dining establishment is seeking to employ BREAKFAST SOUS CHEF who is passionate about delivering exceptional cuisine and supporting a high-performing kitchen team. This role requires someone who thrives in an upmarket, fast-paced environment and is ready to contribute to world-class food preparation, execution and service.
Purpose of the Role: To lead and manage the breakfast kitchen operations, ensuring the consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality breakfast dishes while maintaining excellent hygiene standards, efficient kitchen organisation, and a calm, professional service environment. The role supports the Executive Chef in delivering memorable morning dining experiences that reflect the restaurant’s focus on seasonal, farm-driven cuisine.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage breakfast service kitchen operations
- Prepare and execute high-quality breakfast dishes
- Ensure consistency, presentation, and quality across all dishes
- Manage breakfast preparation and mise en place
- Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff during morning service
- Maintain excellent hygiene and food safety standards
- Assist the Executive Chef with menu development
- Ensure efficient stock control and ordering for breakfast operations
- Maintain a calm and organised kitchen during busy services
- Assist with general kitchen operations when required
Criteria
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up
- Culinary qualification or relevant professional training
- Passion for cooking and working with seasonal, farm-driven ingredients
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills
- Strong attention to detail and plating standards
- Positive attitude and ability to work within a professional kitchen team
- Fully bilingual (English and Afrikaans)
- Live in close proximity to Franschhoek
To apply:
https://webapp.placementpartner.com/wi/vacancy/?id=helderbergpersonnel&VacRef=SW006198&preview=79fa4d0707e741e79faa25ef0f400447