Executive Sous Chef (PH0005) at The President Hotel

Minimum Requirements

• Formal Culinary qualification from a recognised institution
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within luxury hotels or high-end hospitality environments
• At least 3 years’ experience in a senior Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef role
• Proven experience managing large kitchen brigades within busy multi-outlet operations
• Strong understanding of hot kitchen, banqueting, buffet and à la carte operations
• Excellent leadership, communication and people management skills
• Strong understanding of food cost, stock control and kitchen financial management
• Sound knowledge of hygiene, HACCP and food safety standards
• Ability to work effectively under pressure within a demanding operational environment
• South African ID or valid work permit

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations across the hotel
• Lead, mentor and develop the culinary brigade to maintain exceptional standards
• Ensure consistency, quality and presentation across all food offerings
• Oversee daily production, preparation and service across all outlets
• Assist with menu development, recipe standardisation and seasonal offerings
• Monitor food quality, portion control and kitchen operational efficiency
• Manage staffing, scheduling and kitchen productivity
• Ensure strict compliance with hygiene, sanitation and food safety standards
• Oversee stock control, ordering, food costing and wastage management
• Support banqueting and conferencing operations to ensure seamless execution
• Conduct regular training and coaching sessions within the culinary team
• Work closely with Food & Beverage and front-of-house teams to enhance the guest experience
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and kitchen discipline at all times

Key Skills

• Strong operational and culinary leadership
• Excellent people management and team development ability
• Strong organisational and kitchen coordination skills
• High attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to perform calmly and decisively under pressure
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong understanding of luxury hospitality standards
• Passion for culinary excellence and guest satisfaction

Closing date

• 18 Jul 2026 22:59