Website Sun International
The Sun International brand has a proud legacy in the gaming, hospitality and entertainment sector. Its superior hotels and resorts portfolio makes it a recognized premium brand. The Sun International Group has a diverse portfolio of assets including world class five star hotels, modern and well loc… read moreated casinos, and some of the world’s premier resorts. Our destinations offer experiential luxury, enduring quality and incredible adventure, supported by an authentic dedication to personal service. Today, Sun International is one of Africa’s largest tourism, leisure and gaming groups and operates or has an interest in a total of 18 resorts, luxury hotels and casinos. Our entry into Latin America began in Chile in 2008 and has been a success story for the Group, giving us the track record and confidence to look for more opportunities that offer gaming opportunities in the region. Sun International’s Latin American portfolio (Monticello Grand Casino in Chile, the Ocean Club Casino in Panama and the Sun Nao Casino in Colombia) has now been merged with the casino and hotel portfolio of Chile-based leader in the gaming and entertainment industry, Dreams SA, making it the largest gaming company in Latin America with operations in Chile, Peru, Colombia and Panama. Our approach has been to differentiate our hotels, resorts and casinos in architecture, service, experience, location and the mix of entertainment and activities. Creating lasting memories for our guests and customers is a core part of our DNA. We’ve created some the world’s most iconic hotels from The Palace of The Lost City at Sun City to The Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town. The creative architecture of these properties and the blending of their designs with their local environment make each property unique. We are committed to the development of all our employees and we make sure that equal opportunities and economic empowerment form the backbone of our human resource practices. 6 Sandown Valley Crescent, Sandton Gauteng, South Africa
Job Purpose
The Halaal Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring full compliance with Halaal (NIHT) standards, food safety regulations, and organisational quality requirements across all kitchen operations.
The role oversees the procurement, preparation, and service of Halaal-certified food, ensuring strict control measures are in place to prevent cross-contamination and maintain traceability at all times.
It includes leading daily kitchen operations, supervising staff, maintaining operational efficiency, and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality food across outlets in line with approved standards and procedures.
Key Performance Areas
Duties and responsibilities include:
Ensure full compliance with Halaal standards across procurement, storage, preparation, and service in line with NIHT requirements
Verify that all ingredients are sourced only from approved Halaal-certified suppliers with valid certification
Inspect all deliveries, reject non-compliant goods, and maintain accurate receiving and traceability records
Prevent cross-contamination by enforcing strict separation of Halaal and non-Halaal areas, equipment, and utensils
Conduct daily kitchen inspections and implement corrective actions where required
Report all critical compliance issues to management and NIHT immediately
Collaborate with auditors and certification bodies during inspections
Manage daily kitchen operations for the Halaal section, ensuring smooth service delivery and operational efficiency
Supervise food preparation, cooking, presentation, and portion control to maintain quality standards
Support menu planning and production of Halaal-compliant dishes across outlets
Oversee stock control, ordering, inventory rotation, and waste management
Ensure cleanliness, organisation, and efficiency of all kitchen workflows
Supervise and guide kitchen staff within the Halaal section, including chefs and stewards
Train staff on Halaal compliance, food safety, and cross-contamination prevention
Allocate tasks, monitor performance, and maintain team discipline and productivity
Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and high standards
Ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation of all dishes
Maintain recipe standards, portion control, and production consistency
Conduct regular quality checks and tasting sessions
Support continuous improvement in kitchen processes and standards
Liaise with procurement, outlet managers, and senior chefs to ensure Halaal requirements are met
Support multiple outlets with Halaal-compliant production as required
Communicate operational risks and compliance issues promptly to management
Work closely with health, safety, and compliance teams to meet regulatory standards
Job Requirements
Education
3 -Year Culinary Diploma or equivalent National Culinary Qualification at a Diploma level
Membership with South African Chef’s Association and other relevant culinary accreditation
Experience
5-6 years’ experience and track record in a similarly graded hotel / restaurant kitchen environment of which at least 2 years’ experience must have been as a chef de partie
Strong knowledge of Halaal dietary laws and certified Halaal kitchen operations
Skills and Knowledge
Expert knowledge of Halaal (NIHT) compliance requirements
Food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP principles)
Cross-contamination prevention and control procedures
Culinary skills (food preparation, cooking techniques, presentation)
Stock control, inventory management, and ordering systems
Recipe standardisation and portion control
Kitchen operations management
Quality control and sensory evaluation (tasting and consistency checks)
Menu execution and production planning
Basic cost control and waste management principles
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