Work-Force
This is a current vacancy. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Sous Chef in Kroonstad, and we encourage applicants from across Free State to consider this opportunity.
About This Position
The organisation is investing in its Kroonstad operation, and this Sous Chef position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the hospitality jobs function and contribute to the wider Free State business.
Equally, the successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Kroonstad team on trust, and the Sous Chef role will feel that from week one.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Sous Chef to step into the hospitality jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Beyond that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Kroonstad also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the hospitality jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Kroonstad much easier.
Why This Role
Equally, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in hospitality jobs from your base in Kroonstad. Many colleagues across Free State have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Kroonstad teams.
Beyond that, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Kroonstad keep progressing.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Free State.
The Environment
Practically speaking, 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.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Free State. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Equally, 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 Kroonstad site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Your Future Here
Importantly, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the hospitality jobs team in Kroonstad have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Practically speaking, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Kroonstad have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Kroonstad team member.
What Your Day Looks Like
Your shift usually starts with a brief from the duty manager, a quick station check and a look at the day’s bookings or specials. As guests arrive, you slip into a steady rhythm — warm welcomes, accurate orders and seamless coordination with the kitchen and bar. Service peaks demand calm focus and tight teamwork, and quieter moments are spent resetting tables, polishing glassware or training a new starter. When the last guest leaves happy, you know you have delivered a memorable hospitality experience.
Beyond that, the Kroonstad office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Kroonstad.
In addition, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Free State operations throw up the unexpected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position open to candidates from other provinces?
Yes, although preference is generally given to candidates already based in or near the listed city.
Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?
Crucially, yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.
Is training provided for this position?
In addition, yes. New joiners receive structured onboarding, and ongoing coaching and skills development are built into how the team operates.
Working in Kroonstad
Importantly, the role is based in Kroonstad, in the Welkom gold fields. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Kroonstad and the broader Free State region.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Kroonstad.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Kroonstad, Free State.
Many candidates already living within reach of Kroonstad cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State economy.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Free State, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Free State.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Kroonstad.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Key Outputs
- Prepare and present food in line with kitchen recipes and standards
- Drive guest satisfaction scores and online review ratings
- Promote menu items, daily specials and loyalty programmes
- Coordinate with kitchen, housekeeping and front-office teams
- Operate point-of-sale systems and reconcile end-of-shift takings
- Comply with food safety, hygiene and health regulations at all times
- Take orders accurately and deliver food and beverages to standard
Minimum Requirements
- Willing to follow the company’s uniform and grooming policy on shift
- Genuine passion for hospitality, food and creating memorable experiences
- Awareness of tourism grading and quality expectations
- Team player who can work collaboratively across departments
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.