Work-Force
A Sous Chef is needed in Middelburg. The role focuses on consistent delivery, accurate work and clear communication across the Mpumalanga operation.
About the Opportunity
This Sous Chef role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Middelburg. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the hospitality jobs pipeline across Mpumalanga.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the hospitality jobs team in Mpumalanga make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
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 Middelburg much easier.
Your Workplace
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.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Middelburg site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Crucially, 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.
What We Offer
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Middelburg colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the hospitality jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
Practically speaking, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Practically speaking, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote menu items, daily specials and loyalty programmes
- Maintain the required hygiene and uniform standards in line with safety and service policy during all shifts
- Take orders accurately and deliver food and beverages to standard
- Support events, banquets and conference operations
- Welcome guests warmly and ensure a smooth check-in and check-out experience
- Manage stock, breakages and consumables for your section
- Maintain cleanliness in front-of-house and back-of-house areas
- Drive guest satisfaction scores and online review ratings
Essential Criteria
- Willing to follow the company’s lawful uniform, hygiene and safety policy on shift
- Ability to remain calm and gracious under pressure
- Relevant hospitality qualification or culinary diploma (advantageous)
- Team player who can work collaboratively across departments
- 1-3 years’ experience in a similar hospitality environment
- Sound knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.