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Head Chef

Head Chef

Hospitality HireJohannesburg, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the culinary team in delivering premium à la carte and buffet offerings
  • Drive high-quality food presentation across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and room service
  • Ensure hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety standards are consistently met
  • Perform regular stock takes, manage purchasing, and liaise with suppliers
  • Innovate and update seasonal menus in collaboration with management
  • Monitor kitchen equipment and maintenance needs
  • Oversee kitchen scheduling in line with budget and operational forecasts
  • Enforce discipline, hygiene, grooming, and performance standards across the team
  • Maintain accurate training records and support team growth
  • Collaborate on F&B planning and attend operational meetings

Minimum Requirements

  • Diploma or formal culinary qualification from a recognised institution
  • Valid food safety and hygiene certification
  • First aid and fire safety training (advantageous)
  • Minimum 2 years experience as Head Chef in a fast-paced, premium restaurant
  • Proven ability to manage, mentor, and train a kitchen team
  • Strong understanding of GP%, food margins, stock control, and menu costing
  • South African citizenship or valid residency (no work permits offered)
  • Excellent communication, planning, and leadership skills
  • Only shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be contacted.

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