Junior Sous Chef (AKA Lead Creative) at Radisson RED Cape Town

• We are currently seeking a Junior Sous Chef (AKA Lead Creative) to join our vibrant team. In this supportive kitchen role, you’ll bring creativity, precision and a passion for great food while assisting the senior culinary team in delivering memorable dining experiences and maintaining the high standards that define our hospitality.
• Supports the smooth running of the kitchen department by assisting the senior culinary team, helping to ensure a consistent and high-quality guest dining experience across the hotel.
• Works as part of a collaborative kitchen team, contributing to guest satisfaction by assisting with timely, professional responses to enquiries and service-related matters.
• Takes responsibility for assigned duties and tasks, ensuring they are completed accurately, efficiently and in line with kitchen standards.
• Supports the delivery of departmental plans and objectives by assisting in achieving hotel initiatives and operational targets.
• Works closely with senior chefs to assist with cost control, stock rotation, inventory management and maintaining kitchen efficiency.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships within the kitchen and wider hotel team, supporting a culture of teamwork, respect and company values.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant food safety standards, legislation and hotel policies, assisting with due diligence, documentation and required follow-ups.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role
• Excellent communication and the ability to lead and work well with others
• Hands-on approach with a can-do work style
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest service with a passion for the hospitality industry.
• Ability to find creative solutions taking ownership for duties and tasks assigned.
• Personal integrity, with the ability to work in an environment that demands excellence.
• Experience of working with IT systems on various platforms