Sous Chef

Description:

Cape Town Atlantic Seaboard: My client, a luxury boutique hotel retreat with breathtaking ocean and Table Mountain views, is seeking to employ an enthusiastic Sous Chef to join its fabulous culinary team. This is an ideal opportunity for a Sous Chef ready to step up to a Head Chef role in a smaller kitchen and gain leadership experience. Criteria of the role:

• Formal culinary qualification from a recognized institution (ICA, Capsicum, Silwood Kitchen, or equivalent)
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong practical training for newly qualified chefs
• A strong level of computer literacy
• Knowledge of fine dining, modern plating techniques, and kitchen management
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is essential
• Additional language skills (Afrikaans or other) are advantageous
• A team player with a warm and engaging personality
• Own transport essential, preferably residing within the hotel's service area

Note that consideration will only be given to applicants who have experience in an equal role in the restaurant industry and who are currently resident in close proximity to the Atlantic Seaboard

Requirements:

• Formal culinary qualification from a recognized institution (ICA, Capsicum, Silwood Kitchen, or equivalent)
• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong practical training for newly qualified chefs
• A strong level of computer literacy
• Knowledge of fine dining, modern plating techniques, and kitchen management
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is essential
• Additional language skills (Afrikaans or other) are advantageous
• A team player with a warm and engaging personality
• Own transport essential, preferably residing within the hotel's service area