Work-Force
An opportunity has arisen for a Sous Chef in Oudtshoorn. Suitably qualified candidates from across Western Cape are invited to apply.
The Role
The Sous Chef vacancy forms part of how the Oudtshoorn branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the hospitality jobs side of the business moving forward.
Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Sous Chef is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Western Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.
Based in Oudtshoorn
Working in Oudtshoorn means a place near the Cape Town International Airport hub, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Western Cape region, and the Oudtshoorn office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Many candidates already living within reach of Oudtshoorn cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Oudtshoorn, Western Cape.
Your Workplace
Beyond that, the environment is service-led and people-centred. Expect varied hours, a high tempo during peaks, and a team culture built on hospitality and pride in the guest experience.
Beyond that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Oudtshoorn site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Drive guest satisfaction scores and online review ratings
- Take orders accurately and deliver food and beverages to standard
- Maintain cleanliness in front-of-house and back-of-house areas
- Set up rooms, function venues and outlets ahead of guest arrivals
- Welcome guests warmly and ensure a smooth check-in and check-out experience
Essential Criteria
- Sound knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles
- Genuine passion for hospitality, food and creating memorable experiences
- Physically able to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment
- Strong customer service orientation and warm guest interaction
- Relevant hospitality qualification or culinary diploma (advantageous)
- Willing to follow the company’s uniform and grooming policy on shift
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.