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Head Chef (Fin_Head Chef)Dream Hotels & Resorts • ZA
Head Chef (Fin_Head Chef)

Head Chef (Fin_Head Chef)

Dream Hotels & Resorts • ZA
30+ days ago
Job description

Job title : Head Chef (Fin_Head Chef)

Job Location : South Africa,

Deadline : November 23, 2025

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  • Objective : Seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead our food and beverage team and ensure the highest standards of culinary excellence at our prestigious lodge. This role requires a creative and efficient leader with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences and managing a diverse team.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Develop and execute menus for all food outlets in the lodge
  • Coordinate and schedule the work of chefs, cooks, and other kitchen employees to ensure efficient and budgeted food preparation
  • Approve requisitions for necessary food supplies and products
  • Maintain high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety in all kitchen areas at all times
  • Implement controls to minimise food and supply waste and theft
  • Provide training to kitchen staff on safety, sanitation, and accident prevention principles
  • Create standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation to maintain consistency and minimise costs
  • Practise portion control for all items served and assist in establishing menu prices
  • Prepare budget projections for food, labour, and other costs and monitor financial results
  • Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies :

  • Proven experience in kitchen and food management
  • Working knowledge of various computer software programmes, such as MS Office, restaurant management software, and POS systems
  • Culinary science or related certificate
  • Keep up-to-date with cooking trends and best practises
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems efficiently
  • Excellent delegation skills for managing multiple tasks
  • Strong communication and leadership abilities
  • Stay current with food and beverage trends and best practises
  • Ability to manage personnel and achieve financial targets
  • Guest-oriented and service-minded
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