Chef Manager

Capsicum Culinary Studio; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

TsAfrika in Durban is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to oversee the full catering operation at a client site. You will manage food production, maintain high quality standards, control costs, ensure compliance with food safety regulations, and lead a high-performing team.

The role requires strong culinary expertise, leadership, and a customer-centric approach to deliver outstanding dining experiences while meeting operational and financial objectives, fostering client relationships, and

Qualifications

• Relevant Culinary Qualification or Professional Cookery Diploma.
• At least 3-5 years' experience in a Chef Manager or similar Catering management role.
• Experience managing large-scale catering operations.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health and safety standards.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and food cost controls.
• Must be able to do a full set of menutec books
• Must be strong in functions and administration

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of the kitchen and catering service.
• Plan and oversee food preparation, production, and presentation.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.
• Manage food costs, budgets, stock control, and wastage.
• Lead, coach, and develop kitchen and service staff.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food safety regulations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Monitor operational performance and implement continuous improvements.
• Ensure all services are delivered in line with TsAfrika and client requirements.

Skills

Planning and organising

Delivering results

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Commercial awareness

Relationship management

Technical expertise

Education

Culinary qualification or professional cookery diploma

Job description

Tsebo is Hiring!
TsAfrika is seeking an experienced and results-driven Chef Manager to oversee the full catering operation at a client site. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing food production, maintaining exceptional quality standards, controlling costs, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, and leading a high-performing team. This role requires strong culinary expertise, leadership capability, and a customer-centric approach to deliver outstanding dining experiences while achieving operational and financial objectives. The Chef Manager will foster positive client relationships, drive service excellence, and uphold TsAfrika's commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of the kitchen and catering service.
• Plan and oversee food preparation, production, and presentation.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.
• Manage food costs, budgets, stock control, and wastage.
• Lead, coach, and develop kitchen and service staff.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food safety regulations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Monitor operational performance and implement continuous improvements.
• Ensure all services are delivered in line with TsAfrika and client requirements.

Skills and Competencies

• Planning and organising
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Leadership and team development
• Communication and relationship management
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Commercial awareness and cost management
• Relationship management and Interpersonal skills
• Technical expertise

Qualifications

• Relevant Culinary Qualification or Professional Cookery Diploma.
• At least 3-5 years' experience in a Chef Manager or similar Catering management role.
• Experience managing large-scale catering operations.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health and safety standards.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and food cost controls.
• Must be able to do a full set of menutec books
• Must be strong in functions and administration