Work-Force
Step into a Sous Chef role in Durban and make your mark across KwaZulu-Natal. The team is hiring now and wants to hear from sharp, committed candidates.
The Role
The Sous Chef vacancy forms part of how the Durban branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the hospitality jobs side of the business moving forward.
Importantly, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Sous Chef taking on this position.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Durban teams, and the new Sous Chef will feel that from the first week.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Importantly, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.
Beyond that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Durban.
About the Team
Practically speaking, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Durban office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when KwaZulu-Natal operations get busy.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Importantly, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Durban will be explained during the hiring process.
Daily Duties
- Welcome guests warmly and ensure a smooth check-in and check-out experience
- Train casual staff on service standards and SOPs
- Take orders accurately and deliver food and beverages to standard
- Maintain the required hygiene and uniform standards in line with safety and service policy during all shifts
- Support events, banquets and conference operations
- Respond promptly to guest requests, complaints and special needs
Who We’re Looking For
- Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
- Good verbal communication skills needed for guest service; additional languages are an advantage
- Ability to remain calm and gracious under pressure
- Willing to follow the company’s lawful uniform, hygiene and safety policy on shift
- Strong customer service orientation and warm guest interaction
- 1-3 years’ experience in a similar hospitality environment
If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.