Executive Culinary Director

1 week ago


Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa Bright Placements Full time

**About the Role:**

We are seeking a talented Executive Chef to join our team at Bright Placements, driving culinary innovation and excellence in our dining offerings.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for leading high-performing kitchen teams, creating engaging menus, and maintaining exceptional food quality and presentation.

Main Accountabilities:

  • Develop and implement seasonal menus that showcase creativity, seasonality, and culinary expertise, ensuring consistency and quality across all dishes.
  • Collaborate with hotel management to design and deliver bespoke culinary experiences for guests, leveraging expertise in fine-dining cuisine and attention to detail.
  • Manage kitchen operations, including inventory control, ordering, and supplier relationships, to ensure cost-effectiveness without compromising quality.
  • Train and mentor kitchen staff to achieve high levels of performance and skill, emphasizing food safety and sanitation protocols in compliance with industry standards.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a senior culinary leadership role, preferably in a luxury hotel or fine dining environment.
  • Culinary degree or equivalent professional qualifications.
  • Exceptional leadership skills, ability to motivate, train, and manage a diverse team.
  • Expertise in high-end, fine-dining cuisine and commitment to using the highest-quality ingredients.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with ability to manage multiple kitchen operations efficiently.
  • In-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with other hotel departments.
  • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality.


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