Junior Sous Chef (Banqueting)

Our Banqueting Kitchen is now accepting applications for a Junior Sous Chef – someone with drive and passion for the industry, with the ability to keep up with the high pace, and a sincere commitment to exceed expectations.
 
The ideal candidate will have good interpersonal skills, have a friendly attitude towards people, can comfortably and engagingly communicate with colleagues, superiors and guests, and relish the opportunity to wow his clients.
 
The position requires that the candidate have a minimum qualification of Grade 12 (or equivalent NQF 4 certificate) and 6 months formal chef’s training, coupled with at least 5 years’ experience as Chef De Partie in a 4*/5* environment. Your experience in fine dining, knowledge of food ordering and costing and computer literacy on MS Office is essential. A Chefs Diploma, HACCP and working knowledge on SAP will be an advantage.
 
You must be able to work in a fast paced, highly pressurised environment, you must be physically and mentally fit and able to do the job, and you must be willing and able to assist with other duties / projects from time to time.
 
Duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Food delivery – top quality food to guests; interact with guests when required; ensure outlet receive food as per requirements & plan, assist in menu planning
• Food costs – monitor & maintain expenses within budget; portion sizes
• Management of staff – performance management, training, motivation, discipline, optimal staff compliment (rosters & recruitment)
• Stock control – par stock maintained; daily ordering; food and equipment counts
• Cross functional integration – interdepartmental communication to anticipate & ensure guest satisfaction e.g. attend function sheet meetings

If you believe you have suitable experience and qualifications, please apply online.
 
 
Application Process:
Closing date:                21 August 2022
How to apply:                  
You can apply online at