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Head Chef

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hotel and Villa in Clifton Full time R80 000 - R240 000 per year

Job Title: Head Chef

Reports to: Hotel Manager

Location: Upscale Boutique Property

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

To prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes in line with the kitchen standards,ensuring consistency, hygiene, and efficiency always. Role would require in delivering excellent food service and maintaining smooth kitchen operations. The candidate will be fully responsible for all meals at the property and must be able to accommodate guest requests Timeously.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and quality standards.
  • Ensure correct portion control and presentation of dishes.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic work area in compliance with food
  • Be creative and design menus and meals for guests.
  • Experience with menu planning, stock control, and food ordering on POS platforms.
  • Monitor freshness of ingredients and minimize food waste.
  • Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to maintain smooth service.
  • Comply with health, safety, and hygiene standards always.
  • Support training and mentoring of junior kitchen staff.
  • Adapt to dietary requirements and special requests from guest.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and food presentation.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good time management and organizational skills.
  • Team player with effective communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
  • Knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations.
  • Menu planning and creativity is key
  • Qualifications & Experience
  • Culinary qualification or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Previous experience working in a luxury boutique hotel, private home or as a private chef is beneficial
  • Alternatively a cook or chef that wishes to move into a private chef role will work
  • Experience in creating menus based on guest preferences is an advantage.

Working Conditions

  • Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.
  • kitchen environment with long periods of standing.

Must have own transportation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to R20 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/10/17

Expected Start Date: 2025/11/15