Sous Chef - Luxury Safari Lodge - Pongola, Kzn | Lb

Sous Chef - Luxury Safari Lodge - Pongola, KZN A luxury safari lodge in Pongola is seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join its culinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled chef with strong lodge experience and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences in a luxury safari environment. Key Responsibilities: Assist the Executive Chef with the daily kitchen operation and overall food production.

Prepare and present high-quality dishes to luxury lodge standards. Ensure consistency, quality and attention to detail across all meals and services. Supervise and support the kitchen team during daily operations. Assist with menu planning, stock control and ordering. Maintain excellent hygiene, food safety and kitchen standards. Monitor portion control, food costs and minimise wastage. Train; mentor and motivate junior kitchen staff.

Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth and efficient service. Step into the Executive Chef’s responsibilities when required. Contribute creative ideas to menus and special guest dining experiences. Requirements: Previous experience as a Sous Chef, preferably within a luxury lodge or high-end hospitality environment. Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality food. Excellent knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety and hygiene standards.

Proven ability to lead, mentor and motivate a kitchen team. Strong organisational and communication skills. Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure. A professional attitude with excellent attention to detail. Relevant culinary qualifications will be advantageous. ? Salary: R30,000 live-in ? To apply: Lucy@ Apply Below If you do not hear from us within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.