This 2026 award-winning Top 10 EatOut Restaurant are in search of a young, dynamic and highly skilled SOUS CHEF. A strong, confident and multi-talented chef who will join one of SA’s top fine dining teams. With additional restaurants opening in the group the Sous Chef and Culinary Team need to work hard at maintaining the award-winning status of this renowned and highly celebrated South African Culinary Brand.
Key Responsibilities:
o Manage, control and organize the brigade of 14 chefs
o Supervise and check daily mise en place and service prep
o Liaise with head chef to confirm tasting menu highlights for lunch and dinner
o Supervise and run the pass during service and support Head Chef in all production areas
o Plan and control stocks, orders and monitor food costs
o Process weekly stock figures and check invoicing
o Train students and new staff in both Hot and Cold Sections
o Support Head Chef with kitchen administration, staff rosters, menu pricing etc
o Inspect and monitor kitchen hygiene standards and ensure ongoing cleaning schedules
Key Skills & Personal Attributes:
o Highly CREATIVE, PASSIONATE and DEDICATED culinary professional
o Advanced PLATING and food preparation skills in Hot, Cold AND Pastry
o Confident and STRONG PERSONALITY to lead the kitchen team
o Ability to independently innovate new dishes and create top quality gastronomic excellence
o Good communication skills and likeable personality traits
o Disciplined individual with good personal hygiene and sober habits
o Willing to participate in culinary competitions / maintain exceptionally high food standards
o Calm and controlled character able to cope with stress of a high-profile kitchen / can think on your feet
Qualifications and Experience:
o Grade 12 or equivalent high school / secondary schooling
o Diploma in Culinary Arts / Professional Cheffing from recognized Chef Schools
o Minimum 4 years’ experience as a SOUS within a leading award-winning team
o Five star / Michelin Standard / Eat Out brigade experience ESSENTIAL