- Maintain the highest health, hygiene & HACCP standards
- Ensure correct use of cleaning chemicals & stock availability
- Oversee quality & quantity control of all food leaving the kitchen
- Lead and manage the Pastry Section
- Handle bush banqueting, picnics, drink stops & checklists
- Strong stock control, rotation & food cost awareness
- Manage special dietary requirements with a guest-first approach
- Promote innovation, flexibility & a positive kitchen culture
- Strong communication skills with guests & team
- Excellent organisational & problem-solving ability
- Professional under pressure
- Solid HACCP knowledge (PANstrat advantageous)
- Passion for mentoring and training staff
- Strong pastry skills with high-quality dessert experience
- Minimum 3+ years relevant experience (hot & pastry sections)
- Passion for food, kitchen management & administration
- Valid, unendorsed SA Driver's Licence (essential)
- Work in a prestigious, guest-centric environment
- Career growth and continuous training
- Be part of a passionate, professional culinary team
Junior Sous Chef - Hluhluwe - Executive Placings
Description
WE'RE HIRING:
JUNIOR SOUS CHEF
Luxury Lodge / Hospitality Environment, 5* lodge near Hluhluwe, KZN
Are you a passionate, hands-on chef ready to grow within a world-class hospitality brand? We're looking for a Junior Sous Chef who leads by example, loves great food, and thrives in a guest-focused, high-standard kitchen.
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