Sous Chef

An opportunity has arisen for a Sous Chef in Port Shepstone. Suitably qualified candidates from across KwaZulu-Natal are invited to apply.

The Role

This Sous Chef role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Port Shepstone. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the hospitality jobs pipeline across KwaZulu-Natal.

The successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Port Shepstone team on trust, and the Sous Chef role will feel that from week one.

Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Port Shepstone also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

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 KwaZulu-Natal is consistently high and consistently fair.

Day in the Life

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.

Equally, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when KwaZulu-Natal operations throw up the unexpected.

In addition, the Port Shepstone 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 Port Shepstone.

Why Join Us

Notably, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this hospitality jobs role in Port Shepstone; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.

Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

On top of that, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Importantly, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Meet the Team

In addition, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Port Shepstone 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.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Notably, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Port Shepstone will be explained during the hiring process.

Working in Port Shepstone

Working in Port Shepstone means a place within the Pietermaritzburg administrative centre, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the KwaZulu-Natal region, and the Port Shepstone office benefits from those long-standing connections.

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 Port Shepstone.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal.

Many candidates already living within reach of Port Shepstone cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local KwaZulu-Natal economy.

Daily Duties

• Support events, banquets and conference operations
• Drive guest satisfaction scores and online review ratings
• Train casual staff on service standards and SOPs
• Prepare and present food in line with kitchen recipes and standards
• Respond promptly to guest requests, complaints and special needs
• Maintain cleanliness in front-of-house and back-of-house areas
• Maintain the required hygiene and uniform standards in line with safety and service policy during all shifts
• Comply with food safety, hygiene and health regulations at all times

Minimum Requirements

• Team player who can work collaboratively across departments
• Computer literacy and experience with POS systems
• Ability to remain calm and gracious under pressure
• Willing to follow the company’s lawful uniform, hygiene and safety policy on shift
• Relevant hospitality qualification or culinary diploma (advantageous)
• Genuine passion for hospitality, food and creating memorable experiences

If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.