Sous Chef

JOB ADVERTISEMENT: SOUS CHEF

Sous Chef - Airport Operations

Location: Gauteng (Airport Site)
Company: Hero Serv Pty Ltd

INTRODUCTION

Hero Serv is seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our airport catering operation. The successful candidate will assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring the consistent production of high-quality meals, adherence to food safety standards, stock control, and effective team management. This role requires a hands on culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high volume environment and is committed to delivering exceptional food and service standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assist in the management of daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient food production and service delivery. (NON-NEGOTIABLE: Proven Sous Chef experience within a high-volume catering, hospitality, airport, or food service environment.)

· Support the Head Chef in planning, preparing, and presenting high-quality meals in line with company and client standards.

· Supervise kitchen staff and ensure efficient workflow during all shifts.

· Maintain consistent food quality, portion control, and presentation standards.

· Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety regulations, health and safety requirements, and company policies.

· Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and food cost management.

· Monitor stock levels, conduct stock counts, and assist with inventory control.

· Minimise food waste and support cost-control initiatives.

· Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to improve performance and productivity.

· Ensure all kitchen equipment is used and maintained correctly.

· Assist in scheduling staff and allocating duties as required.

· Support the Head Chef in managing kitchen budgets and operational targets.

· Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.

· Assist with catering for VIP, airline, and special event requirements where applicable.

· Act in the capacity of the Head Chef during periods of absence.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

· Relevant Culinary Qualification (NON-NEGOTIABLE).

· Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef in a high volume catering, hospitality, airport, or food service environment.

· Strong culinary knowledge and food preparation expertise.

· Experience managing kitchen teams and supervising food production.

· Sound knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and health and safety standards.

· Experience in menu planning, stock control, food costing, and waste management.

· Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast paced environment.

· Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

· Knowledge of kitchen administration and reporting.

· Flexible to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and operational hours applicable to airport catering environments.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

· Excellent culinary and food production skills.

· Strong leadership and team management abilities.

· Effective planning and organisational skills.

· Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

· Strong problem solving and decision making capabilities.

· Ability to work in a high-pressure operational environment.

· Customer focused and service driven approach.

· Good communication and interpersonal skills.

· Results-oriented with a focus on operational excellence.

APPLICATION DETAILS

· Email Applications

· To: [email protected]

· Subject Line: Sous Chef - Airport

IMPORTANT NOTES

Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be considered. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Hero Serv Pty Ltd is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates.

Pay: R15 000,00 - R17 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person