Position Overview

We are hiring a Sous Chef for a private game reserve in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape. This live‑in position requires strong leadership and a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences within a luxury lodge environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations across lodge and villa kitchens.
• Supervise, coordinate, and mentor junior chefs.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and taste.
• Support menu development, costing, and implementation.
• Collaborate on innovative seasonal menu creation.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and kitchen administration.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and safety standards.
• Maintain kitchen discipline and efficient daily operations.
• Work closely with operational departments to deliver seamless guest experiences.
• Train and develop junior chefs within a positive team environment.