Senior Sous Chef - Northern Suburbs - Wine Estate

Recruiter:

Jenrecruitment

Job Ref:

2219274113

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client, a well-established Wine Estate – Northern Suburbs, is seeking a reliable and experienced Senior Sous Chef to join their team.

This role is suited to a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment and is committed to maintaining high culinary standards.

Minimum Requirements:

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role
Strong kitchen management and organizational skills
Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen operations
Excellent communication and team leadership ability
Ability to work efficiently under pressure
Own reliable transport

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise kitchen staff and delegate tasks effectively
Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency
Train, mentor, and support junior kitchen staff
Ensure compliance with hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness standards
Assist with stock control, stock rotation, and ordering
Support menu execution and contribute to menu development where required
Ensure all dishes are prepared according to established recipes and standards
Manage kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef
Monitor portion control and assist in maintaining food cost targets
Ensure equipment is used correctly and report maintenance issues
Maintain clear communication with front-of-house and management teams

Additional Information:

Wine Estate – Northern Suburbs
Fast-paced, high-standard kitchen
Opportunity to work within an established restaurant team

Suitable candidates will be shortlisted accordingly.

When applying please submit

Head and shoulders picture
All necessary certificates
Any photos of work done

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