Heritage Manor forms part of the Faircape Group's portfolio of luxury retirement villages and healthcare facilities, providing exceptional hospitality, healthcare, and lifestyle services to our residents.

Our catering team plays an integral role in enhancing residents' quality of life through nutritious, well-balanced, and thoughtfully prepared meals. We pride ourselves on delivering restaurant-quality dining experiences tailored to resident preferences, dietary requirements, and healthcare needs.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Sous Chef to join our Catering team at Heritage Manor in Somerset West. The successful candidate will assist in leading kitchen operations, maintaining exceptional food quality standards, mentoring kitchen staff, and ensuring the smooth delivery of daily meal services across our retirement and healthcare environments.

Why Join Faircape?

At Faircape, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:

• Quarterly performance bonuses – rewarding excellence and dedication
• Long service leave – recognising loyalty and commitment
• Excellent work-life balance – only 16.25 shifts per month
• Discounted high-speed ISP packages (after successful completion of probation)
• Above-market salary package
• Prestigious working environment within a luxury retirement village
• Stability and growth opportunities within an established and expanding organisation

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the management, supervision, and development of the kitchen team
• Providing ongoing training and mentorship to kitchen staff
• Ensuring compliance with food safety standards, company policies, and procedures
• Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, taste, and hygiene
• Preparing meals according to approved recipes and menu specifications
• Managing food production from preparation through to final presentation
• Producing daily meals for residents and healthcare patients, including rotating menu cycles and special dietary requirements
• Assisting with café food and baked goods production to ensure adequate stock levels
• Monitoring and recording food temperatures during preparation and service
• Collaborating with the team to manage stock control and minimise variances
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and compliant kitchen environment
• Completing and maintaining all required food safety documentation
• Supporting efficient kitchen operations while maintaining excellent service standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Professional Chef Qualification or Diploma from a recognised tertiary institution

Experience and Requirements

• Proven experience in a Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef role
• Strong knowledge of food quality management and kitchen standardisation
• Experience managing and motivating kitchen teams
• Sound understanding of health, safety, and food hygiene requirements
• Proficiency in a wide range of cooking and baking techniques
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent physical stamina and ability to work extended shifts

Skills and Attributes

Culinary Expertise

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency
• Excellent understanding of flavour profiles, food presentation, and current culinary trends

Leadership

• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills

Adaptability

• Comfortable working across a variety of cuisines and dietary requirements
• Flexible and responsive to operational demands

Problem Solving

• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges

Communication

• Clear and professional communication skills

Organisation and Planning

• Strong time management and organisational abilities
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively

Additional Requirements

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Written references to accompany application

Working Hours

You will work 16.25 shifts per month, from 07h00 to 19h00, Monday to Sunday, according to a roster. Flexibility is required to accommodate operational and standby requirements.

Remuneration

Faircape offers a competitive salary package dependent on experience, qualifications, skills, and suitability for the role.

To learn more about the Faircape Group, please visit www.faircape.co.za.

Join our team and help create exceptional dining experiences that enhance the wellbeing and lifestyle of our residents.

Should you not receive a response within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.