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Chef/Cook
2 weeks ago
Location: WedgeView Country House & Spa, Stellenbosch
Employment Type: Full-Time (±196 hours per month)
About WedgeView Country House & Spa
WedgeView Country House & Spa is a luxury boutique guesthouse set amidst the vineyards of the Stellenbosch Winelands. Our on-site bistro-style restaurant provides guests with a lovely food experience throughout the day — from hearty breakfasts to refined lunches and dinners — all prepared with care, creativity, and fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate and reliable Cook/Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will have formal culinary training, a strong understanding of bistro-style à la carte cuisine, and the ability to deliver consistently high-quality dishes across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.
This role requires a hands-on team player with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a genuine love for good food and guest satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes to a consistently high standard.
- Assist in developing and updating seasonal menus and daily specials.
- Ensure food quality, freshness, and presentation meet WedgeView's standards.
- Set up and maintain stations with all necessary ingredients and equipment (mise en place).
- Ensure kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety compliance at all times.
- Manage stock rotation, storage, and portion control to minimise waste.
- Communicate effectively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams.
- Support smooth kitchen operations and maintain a positive, professional work environment.
Requirements
- Formal chef training (Chef School Diploma or equivalent qualification).
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a restaurant, hotel, or guesthouse kitchen.
- Experience preparing both à la carte and plated breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
- Strong understanding of modern cooking and presentation techniques.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
- Able to manage a small kitchen team and lead by example.
- Ability to work under pressure and maintain attention to detail.
- Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
What We Offer
- Full-time position (±196 hours per month).
- Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications).
- Supportive and professional working environment.
- Beautiful workplace setting in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands.
- Opportunity to grow within a well-established hospitality business.
How to Apply
Please send your CV, references, and a brief cover letter to
with the subject line "Chef Application – WedgeView Country House & Spa."
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: R9 000,00 - R13 000,00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stellenbosch, Western Cape 7604: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- The candidate must have own transport or is able to commute to work and back.
Experience:
- Chef: 2 years (Required)
Location:
- Stellenbosch, Western Cape 7604 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
