Glass Half Full
The best people to work with and for are optimists. The kind of people-people that people-people like to be around. So, if you're the kind of person everyone else looks forward to coming to work with, being at work with, who makes customers feel like friends and knows how to run a seamlessly functioning (but always learning) team, then we'd love to meet you.
About Winnifred's Team Home
* The lower ground floor of Winnifred's is a dedicated staff-only space, thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
* Private back garden courtyard for staff
* Large personal app-controlled lockers
* Inviting break area with a modern kitchen, including a double fridge, dishwasher, and ample storage space
* Convenient onsite laundry facilities for staff use
* Elegant, bespoke staff attire by designers Shilo Engelbrecht and Lydia Pearson
Why work for us?
* Unparalleled access to 14,000+ bottles from more than 63 celebrated growers and Grand Marque houses
* Grow your wine and food knowledge through hands-on training with leading industry figures and the growers themselves.
* Staff kitchen stocked with quality coffee, a selection of teas, and light snacks
* Enjoy a 38-hour work week with a strong emphasis on work/life balance
* Your time is valued—overtime and public holidays are always compensated
* Working Days; Tuesday to Saturday
The Role
We seek a talented and experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team. The Sous Chef will play a key role in managing kitchen operations, supervising staff, and consistently delivering high-quality dishes. This position requires a hands-on leader who is passionate about food, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and works well under pressure. The ideal candidate will assist the Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen management, including menu planning, food preparation, inventory control, and staff training and development.
About You
To succeed in this role, you should be a dynamic and experienced culinary professional with the following qualifications and skills:
* Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar leadership role in a high-volume kitchen
* Strong knowledge of professional cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety standards
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Flexible schedule with availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
* Food safety certification is a plus