Job Description

Closing Date: 2025-10-22
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Skilled
Experience: Between 5 - 7 Years
EE/AA: No
Summary
Sous Chef - Luxury Villa - Eastern Cape South Africa
An award-winning luxury game reserve in the Eastern Cape is looking for a talented Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in managing villa kitchen operations. This permanent position offers a salary of R18,000 - R20,000 per month plus food allowance, with a rotational schedule and excellent growth opportunities.
Description
As Sous Chef, you will be second-in-command in the villa kitchen, overseeing day-to-day operations, supervising junior chefs, and ensuring food quality and presentation meet the highest standards. You will assist with menu development, costing, stock management, and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
This role also requires a hands-on approach in preparing and cooking dishes, mentoring junior staff, and working closely with other departments to deliver seamless dining experiences for guests. Previous lodge experience is a must, and the ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment is essential.
The Sous Chef will also be responsible for training, supervising daily service, and ensuring consistent excellence across both hot and pastry sections.
Compensation:

• Salary: R18,000 - R20,000 + R780 food allowance
• Work cycle: 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off
• Accommodation and meals provided

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' professional kitchen experience, with proven leadership
• Previous luxury lodge experience essential
• Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and food trends
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• HACCP and food safety compliance knowledge
• Valid driver's licence

Benefits
Accommodation, Food allowance

Skills Required