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Job Location drjobs

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary drjobs

35000 - 45000

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Head Chef Opportunity Luxury Restaurant in Cape Town

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a Head Chef for a highend fastpaced luxury restaurant located in Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional with a strong personality excellent leadership skills and a flair for creative menu development.

Position Overview:
The Head Chef will lead a small dynamic kitchen team of six chefs working closely with the Sous Chef to deliver exceptional dinner service. This position is ideal for someone who thrives under pressure enjoys innovation in the kitchen and has a passion for fine dining.

Salary:

  • R35000 R45000 per month (negotiable depending on experience)

Working Schedule:

  • Monday to Saturday (restaurant closed on Sundays)

  • Working hours: 55 60 hours per week

  • Dinner service only (guests dine by reservation only)

Kitchen Environment:

  • Small kitchen team: 6 chefs

  • Fastpaced and dynamic kitchen atmosphere

  • Direct support from a dedicated Sous Chef

  • Emphasis on consistency quality and creativity

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage all kitchen operations and staff

  • Lead menu development with creativity and innovation

  • Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation

  • Ensure effective kitchen management including stock control and hygiene compliance

  • Train mentor and motivate kitchen staff

  • Collaborate with the Sous Chef to ensure smooth service and team cohesion

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a similar Head Chef or Senior Chef role within a luxury or fine dining environment

  • Strong leadership and communication skills

  • Must have a creative flair and a passion for menu development

  • Ability to work effectively in a highpressure fastpaced kitchen

  • Asian cuisine experience is a significant advantage

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a renowned culinary team and bring your expertise to one of Cape Town s luxury dining establishments. If you are a driven creative and experienced chef Kendrick Recruitment invites you to apply now.



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