SOUS CHEF - Hoedspruit 5* luxury Game Lodge

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About this role

This ultra-modern, 5* luxury game lodge is the largest within the group of privately owned Game Reserve Camps. Offering wide open spaces, contemporary design, ultra-chic accommodation. The main camp appeals to the younger, more festive and social crowds than the smaller quieter camps. Offering a total of 48 Deluxe and very spacious suites, each with uninterrupted views over the Big Five game reserve, the décor is distinctly modern, crisp and predominantly white with raw-bleached solid wood architectural accents and finishes.

The main lodge restaurant is an ultra-modern space with an expansive 110-seater indoor / outdoor terrace with wraparound windows & stargazing fire-pits. The menu is designed and curated by the award-winning Cape Town born head chef and offers contemporary modern cuisine. Pro

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Select are in search of a competent and highly skilled JUNIOR SOUS CHEF to join this dynamic team of chefs to supervise, control and coordinate daily food production for this unique a la carte restaurant. SKILLS REQUIRED:°       5 years’ work experience in fast paced Top-Rated Independent Restaurants / 5* environments°       Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English°       A positive work attitude, highly adaptable and passion for the service industry°       Formal Culinary training is essential with excellent all-round skills°       Thorough understanding of health and hygiene practices for food handlers°       Exceptional knowledge of food preparation and food service for a variety of cuisine styles°       Pastry knowledge will be an advantage but not essential°       Passion for kitchen operations –speed and efficiency of service, quality standards & levels of consistency°       Computer literacy will be essential in terms of dealing with stocks, menu and recipe costings and gross profits PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:°       Good communicator°       Good team player°       Shows excellent attention to detail°       Reliable and dependable°       Hard working and committed°       Displays a sense of urgency in all areas of work°       Ability to work unsupervised and show initiative and creativity in managing others°       Strong personality traits, confident leadership skills°       Willingness/ability to share information, train others and still learn from others°       Willingness to take criticism and be even-tempered during stressful work conditions°       Support a culture of respect within the team, toward chefs, other staff members and managers°       Show an ongoing passion for food service by providing guests a truly exceptional dining experience WHY IS THIS A UNIQUE JOB OPPORTUNITY?°       Career advancement within a stable work environment°       Excellent team support with professionally trained chefs and brigade structures°       Only a short distance from modern facilities, shops, centres and infrastructure°       Strong community safety, Low Crime Rates and modern conveniences°       Local residents enjoy regular trail running, mountain biking, bird watching, and hiking in the scenic Lowveld°       Great access to a variety of education choices for children