head chef

Location: Stellenbosch About A luxury hospitality portfolio known for sophisticated escapes and unique guest experiences offers dynamic career opportunities to positive, vibrant, and energetic individuals.The Head Chef is responsible for overseeing the entire kitchen operation, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality food while maintaining...

Minimum criteria required:Diploma from a culinary institutionDrivers LicenseMinimum of 3 - 5 years in a similar position within a Luxury Game Reserve, Boutique hotel or Luxury RestaurantWork History with Leadership Role overseeing Multiple Kitchens and large BrigadesCompetencies required:Candidate must be computer literate and be able to work on Office...

Position Overview: The Head Chef is the leader and manager of the kitchen, responsible for overseeing all food preparation and cooking activities. This position requires excellent culinary skills, strong leadership, and the ability to manage kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations, quality food production, and customer satisfaction. Key...

Join a dynamic hospitality team that values culinary excellence, creativity, and leadership. Our client, a reputable organization in the hospitality industry, is seeking a Senior Head Chef to lead their kitchen with passion and precision, ensuring memorable guest experiences while fostering a collaborative and inspiring work environment.Where You'll Make an...

Minimum criteria required: Diploma from a culinary institution Drivers License Minimum of 3 - 5 years in a similar position within a Luxury Game Reserve, Boutique hotel or Luxury Restaurant Work History with Leadership Role overseeing Multiple Kitchens and large Brigades Key Performance Areas of this position include: Will be expected to rotate through...

This role suits a hands-on chef who can deliver refined, consistent food in a remote bush setting while keeping the kitchen running smoothly and cost-effectively.Core Criteria:Previous experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a luxury lodge or fine-dining environment Strong menu planning and food costing skills Sound knowledge of stock control, ordering,...

Location: Franschhoek About A luxury hospitality portfolio known for sophisticated escapes and unique guest experiences offers dynamic career opportunities to positive, vibrant, and energetic individuals.The Head Chef is responsible for overseeing the entire kitchen operation, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality food while...

Duties: Ensure all guests are cared for individually, meeting all individual needs, strictly adhering to dietary requirements, and preparing meals accordingly.Check daily and weekly restaurant bookings forecast, including all events/special occasions requests and ensure the proper ordering and planning is done in conjunction with the F&B Manager and Hotel...

Duties: Act as the Head Chef & Kitchen ManagementOversee day-to-day kitchen operationsLead, train and manage the kitchen teamEnsure consistent quality, presentation and portion controlManage ordering, stock control and food costsPlan and oversee preparation and serviceMaintain excellent kitchen hygiene, Health & Safety and food standardsMinimise wastage...

This position will be based at one of the 4-star lodges, part of a larger luxury collection. This role suits a hands-on chef with lodge or fine-dining experience who is comfortable running a kitchen team, keeping costs and standards tight, and living on site in a remote bush setting.Core Criteria:Formal culinary qualification from a recognized institution....

The successful candidate will take ownership of a large part of the kitchen and run it independently. This is a hands-on leadership role in a remote setting, suited to a chef who is as strong on cost control and consistency as they are on creativity.Core Criteria:Previous experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a luxury lodge, fine dining, or high-end...

Purpose of the Role To lead and manage the kitchen operation, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, service and hygiene, while developing menus that reflect the individual style of each food offering and maintaining effective control of food costs, stock and kitchen operations. Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:...

Minimum Requirements Formal Chef/Culinary School training or relevant Chef qualification Previous experience within a fine-dining, upmarket/luxury hospitality establishment or wine farm environment Proven exposure to high-quality food preparation and service standards Experience in high-volume, event, picnic, corporate or off-site catering Strong knowledge...

Join a dynamic hospitality team that values culinary excellence, creativity, and leadership. Our client, a reputable organization in the hospitality industry, is seeking a Senior Head Chef to lead their kitchen with passion and precision, ensuring memorable guest experiences while fostering a collaborative and inspiring work environment. Where You'll Make an...

Job Title: Head Chef Job Purpose The Head Chef is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation and delivery of high-quality food while maintaining food safety, hygiene, and operational standards. The role includes menu planning, staff management, inventory control, budgeting, and ensuring an exceptional dining experience for...

Duties: Rotate through the lodge kitchens regularly, implementing standards, new menus & dishes and conducting training as well as performing checks on hygiene standards, staff discipline and brigade healthAttend management meetings, give feedback and provide recommendations to develop the departmentPlan annual leave, monthly leave cycle and working rosters...

Full time | Kendrick Recruitment | South Africa Posted On 2026/10/14 Job Information Head / Executive Chef R38,000 - R45,000 City Modderfontein State/Province Northern Cape 1609 Job Description Head Chef – Luxury Private Game Reserve Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and talented Head Chef to join an exclusive luxury private game...

The Head Chef is responsible for developing and planning menus, establishing recipes and food purchase specifications, and coordinating, executing, supervising, and evaluating all food production activities within a fast-paced operation. The ideal candidate will be a qualified chef with the ability to manage both the strategic and day-to-day operations of...

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an accomplished and innovative Head Chef to lead the culinary team at a prestigious luxury wine estate in Franschhoek. This role requires a highly skilled professional with a passion for fine dining, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to deliver world-class cuisine in a refined setting. Package: Live-out...

Head Chef – Luxury Wine Estate | Franschhoek Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an accomplished and innovative Head Chef to lead the culinary team at a prestigious luxury wine estate in Franschhoek. This role requires a highly skilled professional with a passion for fine dining, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to deliver world-class cuisine...