Junior Sous Chef

Recruiter

Hospitality Hire

Job Ref

CPT000249/AW

Date posted

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Location

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY

Junior Sous Chef

Location: Cape Town

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About The Role

A thriving hotel kitchen is looking for a creative and motivated Junior Sous Chef ready to step into a meaningful leadership role. You will support senior chefs in running daily kitchen operations, mentor junior staff and contribute to menu development, all while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety and presentation in a fast-paced environment

POSITION INFO

What You Bring

• Recognised Culinary diploma or equivalent professional qualification
• At least 2 years experience as a Chef de Partie within a hotel environment
• At least 1 years experience managing kitchen teams
• Solid knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP regulations
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Creative flair and strong eye for detail
• Strong communication, planning and organising skills
• Good time management and problem-solving ability
• Resilient and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and public holidays

What You Will Do

• Support the Sous Chef in managing daily kitchen operations
• Supervise and train Commis Chefs, Demi Chefs de Partie and junior staff
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all dishes before service
• Assist with inventory management, stock ordering and rotation
• Maintain strict food hygiene and HACCP compliance
• Contribute to menu development and recipe creation as needed
• Monitor portion and waste control to maintain profit margins
• Ensure all food is prepared on time and to the required standard