Culinary Leader for High-End Kitchen Team

4 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Lumina Personnel Full time

We are seeking a dedicated Culinary Leader to oversee kitchen operations at our Premier Restaurant Group location in the Northern Suburbs of Johannesburg. This esteemed position is perfect for an experienced chef with a passion for culinary excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain high service standards by effectively supervising staff and streamlining kitchen processes.
  • Collaborate with our culinary team to develop innovative menus that showcase your expertise.
  • Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost control to optimize profitability.
  • Ensure adherence to rigorous food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Foster a collaborative environment by training and mentoring junior kitchen staff.
  • Efficiently coordinate tasks, manage pressure, and adapt to seasonal menu changes to ensure seamless operations.

To succeed as our ideal candidate, you will possess a culinary diploma or degree from an accredited institution and at least 5 years of professional kitchen experience, including 2+ years in a sous chef role. Your strong knowledge of various cuisines, cooking techniques, and inventory management will be invaluable assets in this position.

The estimated salary for this role is R17,000 – R20,000 per month, commensurate with experience. If you're ready to bring your exceptional culinary skills to our dynamic team, we encourage you to apply now.


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