Senior Kitchen Operations Manager

1 week ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Matched Business Partners Full time
Job Description
The Executive Culinary Lead will oversee all aspects of the kitchen operations, including menu development, food production, staff management, and quality control. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring that the restaurant delivers exceptional dining experiences to guests.
  • Expert knowledge of the restaurant industry and trends
  • Advanced culinary skills including food preparation, flavour pairings and other cooking best practices
  • Ability to develop unique recipes
  • Current knowledge of trends in the restaurant industry
  • In-depth knowledge of health and safety, including HACCP
  • Comfortable training, directing and supervising kitchen staff
  • Exceptional leadership skills, including motivation and goal-setting
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Time management and organisational skills

This position requires a stable work career and good references.



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