Pastry Sous Chef, Polokwane

This is a unique opportunity for a creative pastry professional who is ready to take ownership of the pastry section while also contributing meaningfully to the broader kitchen operation. This lodge values heart and attitude as much as experience— and is committed to developing and growing the right person within a supportive, collaborative environment.

Core Criteria

Formal culinary certificate with a strong pastry focus essential

4–5-star kitchen experience highly advantageous

Experience working in a hot kitchen an added advantage

Strong understanding of pastry techniques, dessert presentation, and baked goods production

Ability to assist across all kitchen sections and support senior leadership in daily operations

Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards

Strong stock control, ordering, and waste management awareness

Ability to assist with training, mentoring, and guiding junior kitchen staff

Flexible, hardworking, and able to thrive in a small team environment

Creative, reliable, and eager to take ownership and grow with the team

The right attitude and genuine passion for the craft are as important as experience

Core Responsibilities

Manage and run the pastry section on a daily basis to the highest standards

Prepare and present high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, and baked items with consistency in taste, presentation, and quality

Assist with menu development for pastries, desserts, teatime treats, and special events

Ensure recipes, prep methods, and plating standards are followed correctly at all times

Take responsibility for mise en place, production planning, and full section readiness for service

Assist the Executive Chef and Head Chef in the day-to‑day running of the full kitchen operation

Assist in the hot kitchen when required to ensure smooth service across all sections

Assist in managing the full kitchen operation in the absence of senior leadership

Support stock control, ordering, receiving, and active reduction of wastage

Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety throughout all areas

Assist in training, mentoring, and guiding junior kitchen staff

Maintain discipline, professionalism, and a positive team culture in the kitchen at all times

This is a Live-in position

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