Chef de Partie

The President Hotel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Staff meals on duty

Team culture

Job summary

The President Hotel in Cape Town is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie with 2–3 years of relevant experience to join a fast-paced luxury hotel kitchen. You will own your station and deliver high culinary standards, working closely with the Executive Chef and brigade in a busy 4- or 5-star environment.

You will guide junior chefs, maintain HACCP compliance, and thrive under pressure during breakfast, lunch, dinner and events, contributing to an outstanding dining experience.

Qualifications

• Relevant culinary qualification or professional chef training.
• 2–3 years' experience as Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie ready for next step.
• Experience in busy 4- or 5-star hotel, luxury resort or high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food prep and presentation.
• Ability to own and manage a kitchen section.
• Solid mise en place, portion control and service procedures.
• Food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards understanding.
• Ability to maintain quality, speed and consistency during peak service.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with a professional brigade.
• Ability to mentor junior chefs and run section
• Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Professional grooming and presentation
• South African citizen or valid work permit
• Updated CV with recent profile image and references

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of your kitchen section and ensure consistent quality per shift.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Complete mise en place and ensure section is prepared before service.
• Maintain quality, speed and consistency during breakfast, lunch, dinner and events.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef, Sous Chefs and brigade for smooth operations.
• Guide and support Commis and Demi Chefs and assist with on-the-job training.
• Maintain food quality, hygiene, and HACCP standards at all times.
• Monitor stock levels and rotation procedures.
• Control portions and minimise food waste.
• Keep section clean, organised and efficient during service.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen brigade for timely service.
• Support other sections during busy periods.
• Contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture.

Skills

Ownership of station

Cooking techniques

Mise en place

Food safety & HACCP

High-volume service

Leadership support to juniors

Time-management

Work under pressure

Education

Culinary qualification or chef training

Job description

Because every exceptional dining experience begins with chefs who take pride in every plate they serve.
At The President Hotel, our kitchen is where passion, precision, teamwork and creativity come together to create memorable dining experiences. As we continue our journey toward luxury, we're looking for a skilled and passionate Chef de Partie with a minimum of 2 to 3 years' relevant experience, ideally within a busy 4-star or 5-star hotel, luxury resort or high-volume kitchen environment.
If you are confident taking ownership of your section, passionate about your craft, and committed to delivering consistently high culinary standards in a fast-paced hotel kitchen, this opportunity is for you.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Culinary qualification or professional chef training
• Minimum 2 to 3 years' relevant experience as a Chef de Partie or experienced Demi Chef de Partie ready to take the next step
• Experience within a busy 4-star or 5-star hotel, luxury resort or high-volume kitchen environment
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation and presentation standards
• Ability to confidently manage and take ownership of an assigned kitchen section
• Strong understanding of mise en place, portion control and kitchen service procedures
• Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Ability to maintain quality, consistency and speed during high-volume service
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure as part of a professional kitchen brigade
• Ability to guide and support junior chefs within your section
• Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Professional grooming, presentation and a disciplined approach to work
• South African citizen or holder of a valid South African work permit
• A fully updated CV with a professional, recent profile image and contactable reference details is essential

What You'll Be Doing

• Taking full ownership of your assigned kitchen section and ensuring consistent quality and service throughout every shift
• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards
• Ensuring all mise en place is completed and your section is fully prepared before each service
• Maintaining quality, consistency and speed during high-volume breakfast, lunch, dinner and function service
• Working closely with the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs and wider kitchen brigade to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations
• Guiding and supporting Commis Chefs and Demi Chefs and assisting with on-the-job training where required
• Maintaining exceptional food quality, hygiene, HACCP and food safety standards at all times
• Monitoring stock levels and ensuring correct stock rotation and storage procedures
• Maintaining effective portion control and actively minimising food waste
• Keeping your section clean, organised and operating efficiently throughout preparation and service
• Communicating effectively with the kitchen brigade to ensure smooth and timely service
• Supporting other kitchen sections when required during busy service periods
• Contributing to a positive, professional and disciplined kitchen culture

Why Join The President Hotel

• Be part of Cape Town's Most Loved Hotel
• Work within a professional, high-volume hotel kitchen
• Take ownership of your section while developing your leadership and culinary skills
• Gain exposure to multiple outlets, functions and high-volume service environments
• Play a key role in our exciting journey toward luxury
• Work alongside passionate hospitality and culinary professionals
• Enjoy a competitive salary, company contributions toward medical aid and provident, staff meals on duty and an outstanding team culture