Phoenix Recruitment
Sous Chef - Franschhoek
Job Location
Franschhoek, South Africa
Job Description
5* Wine Estate close to Franschhoek is looking for a passionate and skilled Sous Chef . We’re seeking a dedicated professional to join a dynamic kitchen team , where creativity, quality, and excellence are at the heart of everything they do. Duties: Checking staff time and attendance, work schedules, grooming, and personnel cleanliness. Preparation and cutting of ingredients, cooking and arranging of food as instructed. Coordinate activities of all chefs and apprentices to ensure an efficient and smooth food service. Controls cost by minimising spoilage, waste and exercising portion control. Handles equipment and utensil the proper way and teaching the rest of the team. Control the food quality and presentation based on the Executive Chef standards and correct any mistakes. Ensure right rotation of product in the refrigerator. Ensure that after every service the food surplus are cleared and stored properly. Ensure that all employees have a complete understanding and adhere to the property standard book. To report any damage to the Executive Chef and resolve accordingly. Controlling the monthly inventory. Spend as much time as possible cooking yourself together with all the chefs. Control the kitchen to the best of your ability and take charge when the chef is not on duty. Ensure your food cost is on par with budget. Check and control store requisitions and minimise cost throughout the department. Ensure good daily communication between the kitchen and the outlets. Ensure regular clients/guests are cared for accordingly. Conduct daily meetings and ensure all duties are carried out. Consistently provide and maintain the highest standard of staff care and service. Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene. Familiarize yourself with your department standards of performance. Have good knowledge of all hotel facilities and be able to answer guest and staff complaints in a quick, polite and helpful manner. Handle any staff complaints or problems promptly. Comply to all company hotel statutory rules, regulations and policies. Responsible for health and safety standards at work. Performing other duties as assigned by management. Requirements: Matric Diploma in Professional Cookery At least 3 years 5* experience in a similar position Able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication in English. Proficiency in the use of MS Office
Location: Franschhoek, Western Cape, ZA
Posted Date: 10/20/2025
Location: Franschhoek, Western Cape, ZA
Posted Date: 10/20/2025
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