Head Chef
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Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
ZAR 60000 - 60000
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking a Training Head Chef for a prestigious luxury hotel and lodge group based in Cape Town. This is a dynamic and hands-on culinary leadership role that combines operational excellence with a passion for mentorship training and development. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary credentials a desire to travel within South Africa and a commitment to maintaining and elevating exceptional standards across multiple properties.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership:
Lead and train kitchen teams at various lodge properties in accordance with the groups culinary directive.
Ensure the highest standards of food quality preparation presentation and hygiene.
Maintain fridges stores and kitchen cleanliness in line with food safety standards.
Control staff food in terms of cost quality and quantity.
Conduct regular performance reviews and attend management meetings.
Kitchen Administration & Financials:
Monitor kitchen stock levels minimize shortages and wastage and maintain cost controls.
Ensure asset management by keeping all kitchen equipment in excellent working condition.
Analyze and review monthly accounts and address problem areas efficiently.
Menu Development & Culinary Innovation:
Implement and refine group menus across all outlets and properties.
Ensure portion control and adherence to group presentation standards.
Conduct quality checks to maintain consistency in flavor appearance and portion sizes.
Training Development & Mentorship:
Identify and develop potential talent within kitchen teams for growth opportunities.
Lead the execution of training programs both internally and externally facilitated.
Conduct and document performance appraisals and developmental feedback sessions.
Champion professional growth performance management and succession planning initiatives.
Rotation Between Properties:
Spend one month at Upper Union Restaurant at the beginning of each two-month cycle for operations and menu planning.
Travel to lodge properties every two months to guide support and implement culinary systems.
Assist in mentoring Head Chefs and FOH teams at the properties introducing updated systems and menus.
Consolidate changes at Upper Union during the final weeks of the cycle.
Requirements:
Minimum of 10 years in restaurant environments including 5 years in a Head Chef position.
FOH experience is essential.
Strong leadership and team development abilities.
Must have no dependents due to the travel-intensive nature of the role.
Based in Cape Town and willing to travel extensively across properties.
Own reliable transportation.
High-level attention to detail guest-focused and strong interpersonal skills.
Must be self-disciplined adaptable solutions-oriented and able to perform under pressure.
A copy of your food portfolio is required for application.
Perks & Working Conditions:
While on Property:
All food accommodation and laundry provided.
While in Cape Town:
One meal per day provided during shifts at Upper Union.
All other personal costs are the candidates responsibility.
If youre passionate about culinary excellence mentoring future talent and eager for a role that blends training travel and creativitysend your CV and food portfolio to Kendrick Recruitment today.
Required Skills:
experience qualification
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Food Industry
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Baking
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
About Company
Kendrick Recruitment (KR) specialises in finding top candidates for the Hospitality and Tourism Industries worldwide. We focus on providing a high level of personalised service tailored to each individual whether you are a client or candidate. We pride ourselves on listening and under ... View more
