An experienced Sous Chef is needed for a Certified Top Employer (2016) for a luxurious boutique Hotel & Spa flanked by the majestic Simonsberg mountains in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley, situated on a wine estate with sweeping views of the mountains, lake shore or vineyards.Educational Requirements:MatricCulinary Certificate from Reputable InstitutionFine Dining & Wine Courses will be an advantage.Major Skills Required:3 - 5 years’ experience in a similar positionFine Dining Experience including Silver Service EssentialTraining Experience BeneficialBuffet, A La Carte and Function experienceFlair for food presentationCost Control and Menu PlanningResponsibilities:· Ensure that the operation of the kitchen is carried out smoothly, achieving maximum standard of food quality and guest satisfaction.· Take full responsibility for the running of the kitchen.· Day-to-day running of the kitchen, adhering to the company’s policies and procedures at all times.· Ensure that a good image is projected by all colleagues, this being efficiency, courtesy, helpfulness, appearance and cleanliness.· Ensure that the required level of discipline and deportment is being maintained at all times by all colleagues,· Ensure that guest queries and complaints are being dealt with in an efficient, prompt and courteous manner, achieving maximum guest satisfaction.· Ensure stock availability (daily and seasonally) at all times· Timeous production of quality food at optimal cost under hygienic conditions.· Conduct regular audits to ensure complete and utter hygiene standards in the kitchen, please record these findings.· Creation and delivery of daily menus and dishes.· Training apprentice chefs, line cooks, and other kitchen staffers· Division of labor within kitchen stations· Opening and closing of the kitchen · Inventory control· Food cost control· Staff supervision and scheduling· Sanitation and hygiene· Equipment maintenance· Banquets and catering· Leadership by example· Cross-marketing for increased sales – pairing wine with food, etc.· Conducting food tastings for potential clientsBenefits:Free Funeral CoverFree Business & Life CoachingStaff lunchesCareer Growth ProspectsContinuous training and development