Senior Sous Chef

Recruiter:

Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

JHB004242/Jade

Date posted:

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Location:

Paterson, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Key Performance Areas of this position include:

Stay up to date with changes in industry standards, policies, and best practices
Run daily kitchen shifts and conduct pre-shift briefings in collaboration with front- and
back-of-house teams
Manage guest interactions relating to menu requests, dietary requirements, and special
occasions, ensuring clear and timely communication with the Lodge team
Ensure all food prepared and served meets Shamwari’s quality, presentation, and service
standards
Adhere to and enforce standardized recipes, portion control, and plating standards across
the kitchen brigade
Maintain an organised system for cyclical menus, recipes, and kitchen documentation
Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring all records and administrative duties are
completed accurately and timeously
Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, security, and health & safety legislation
and internal policies
Monitor, manage, and motivate kitchen staff during preparation and service
Assist with stock control, ordering, food costing, and wastage management
Support all kitchen sections to ensure seamless service delivery and an exceptional,
personalised guest dining experience
Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs to maintain high performance and consistency

POSITION INFO:
Minimum criteria required: Diploma or other formal qualification in Culinary Arts Minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior culinary role within a 5-star lodge or hospitality environment Proven leadership experience managing kitchen brigades Competencies required: Excellent spoken and written English comprehension Working knowledge of GAAP POS and Microsoft Office (particularly office) Strong understanding of food costing, stock control, and wastage management Professional conduct with reliable and responsible personal habits Strong leadership ability with the capacity to perform under pressure Valid driver's license Sound knowledge of Food & Beverage service principles

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