Sous​/Cafe Chef

Sous / Café Chef – New Italian Restaurant – Somerset West

Salary – R20,000

Kendrick Recruitment is recruiting a Sous / Café Chef for a brand new Italian restaurant in Somerset West. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on chef who is passionate about Italian cuisine and wants to play a key role in a restaurant’s opening and menu development.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the kitchen, developing the menu, and ensuring an exceptional dining experience for guests across breakfast, lunch, and early dinner service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations

• Assist with menu and concept development for the new restaurant

• Prepare high-quality dishes for breakfast, lunch, and early dinner service

• Interact with guests and maintain excellent service standards

• Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and adheres to hygiene and safety standards

• Manage a 60-seater dining experience effectively

Requirements

• Proven experience in a chef role, preferably within Italian or European cuisine

• Strong leadership and kitchen management skills

• Passion for culinary creativity and menu development

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver excellent service

• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with guests