Sous Chef
Bushwise
Full-time
On-site
Hluhluwe, Kwazulu -Natal, South Africa
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A prestigious 5 -star lodge is seeking a talented and experienced Sous Chef to join its culinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and detail -oriented professional to contribute to a world -class dining experience in a luxury bush setting.
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Key Responsibilities:<\/b>
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- Support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen, ensuring the highest culinary standards and consistency.
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Assist in menu planning, food presentation, and ensuring meals meet 5 -star quality expectations.
<\/span><\/li>- Oversee food preparation and ensure hygiene, safety, and quality standards are maintained at all times.
<\/span><\/li>- Manage kitchen operations during the Head Chef’s absence, including team supervision and service delivery.
<\/span><\/li>- Monitor stock levels, ordering, and cost control to minimise waste and ensure efficient kitchen operations.
<\/span><\/li>- Contribute to staff training and development to uphold exceptional service standards.
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<\/div>Collaborate closely with lodge management to align culinary offerings with guest expectations and lodge experiences.
<\/div><\/span>Requirements<\/h3>
Requirements:<\/b>
<\/div>- Formal culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience.
<\/span><\/li>- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a 5 -star lodge or hotel environment (essential).
<\/span><\/li>- Proven ability to manage kitchen operations, lead teams, and maintain composure under pressure.
<\/span><\/li>- Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
<\/span><\/li>- A passion for fine dining, local ingredients, and innovative presentation.
<\/span><\/li>- Willingness to live and work in a remote lodge setting.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Personal Attributes:<\/b>
<\/div>- Creative, hands -on, and quality -driven.
<\/span><\/li>- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to excellence.
<\/span><\/li>- Professional, reliable, and adaptable to dynamic environments.
<\/span><\/li>- A team player who thrives in collaborative, guest -focused settings.
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<\/div><\/span> - Strong attention to detail with a commitment to excellence.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a 5 -star lodge or hotel environment (essential).
- Assist in menu planning, food presentation, and ensuring meals meet 5 -star quality expectations.