Senior Sous Chef

Recruiter:

Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref:

WDH002738/Suv

Date posted:

Friday, November 13, 2026

Location:

Game Reserve, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A refined private game reserve in the Eastern Cape is looking for a SENIOR SOUS CHEF to support the head chef and keep its kitchen running to a luxury standard.

POSITION INFO:
This is a hands-on role for a confident chef who can lead the brigade day to day and step in for the head chef when needed. It suits someone who enjoys the pace of a remote safari kitchen and cares about consistency on every plate. Core Criteria: Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a luxury lodge, hotel, or fine dining environment Culinary qualification advantageous Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a kitchen brigade Strong understanding of menu planning, food costing, and cost control Sound knowledge of stock control, ordering, and kitchen administration High standards of hygiene, health, and food safety Able to deputise for the Head Chef Calm under pressure and comfortable working in a remote lodge environment Flexible with hours, including weekends and public holidays Candidate Responsibilities: Oversee daily kitchen operations and the service pass Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and plating standards Support the Head Chef with menu development and seasonal menu changes Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff Manage stock rotation, ordering, and requisitions Assist with weekly and month-end stock takes Keep food costs within budget Uphold hygiene and food safety standards at all times Report kitchen equipment issues and coordinate repairs Run the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence This is a live-in position

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