Chef de Partie

The President Hotel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid contributions

Staff meals

Team culture

Job summary

The President Hotel in Cape Town is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie with 2–3 years' relevant experience to join our busy luxury kitchen. You will own your section, maintain high culinary standards, and train junior chefs.

Join a high-volume, four- or five-star environment with a strong focus on hygiene, mise en place, and teamwork. We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits as part of our culinary team.

Qualifications

• Relevant Culinary qualification or professional chef training.
• 2–3 years of experience as a Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie ready to advance.
• Experience in a 4- or 5-star hotel, luxury resort or high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation and presentation standards.
• Ability to own and manage an assigned kitchen section.
• Food safety, hygiene and HACCP understanding.
• Work shifts including weekends and public holidays.
• SA citizen or valid work permit.
• Updated CV with a professional profile image and references.

Responsibilities

• 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 service.
• Working closely with the Executive Chef and wider kitchen brigade to ensure smooth operations.
• Guiding and supporting junior chefs and assisting with on-the-job training where required.
• Maintaining food hygiene and HACCP standards at all times.
• Monitoring stock levels and ensuring correct stock rotation.
• Maintaining section cleanliness and efficiency during prep and service.
• Communicating effectively with the kitchen brigade to ensure timely service.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Time management

Leadership

Education

Culinary qualification

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