Sous Chef

Bright Placements
📍 Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 20, 2026

Job Description

Job Purpose
Second-in-command in the kitchen, responsible for managing staff, maintaining standards, and supporting the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities


  • Lead daily kitchen operations.

  • Supervise and mentor junior chefs.

  • Ensure consistency in food quality and presentation.

  • Manage inventory and ordering.

  • Support the Head Chef with menu development and costing.



  • Assist the Head Chef in overseeing the day-to-day culinary operations of the villa/lodge, ensuring exceptional food quality and presentation.

  • Prepare and cook dishes to the highest standards, demonstrating creativity and a passion for culinary excellence.

  • Collaborate closely with the culinary team to develop innovative menus that showcase the finest local and seasonal ingredients.

  • Coordinate and su...

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Job Details

  • Location Grahamstown, Eastern Cape
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
  • Posted Date June 20, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 30, 2026