Creative Chef | Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

Capsicum Culinary Studio; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Capsicum Culinary Studio in Rustenburg is seeking a passionate Chef to lead our kitchen team. You will prepare high-quality meals, maintain stringent food safety and hygiene standards, and ensure an exceptional dining experience for guests.

The role requires proven chef experience in hospitality, strong leadership, and the ability to train staff while managing inventories and costs. Weekend and holiday work may be required.

Qualifications

• Culinary qualification or professional training.
• Proven experience as a Chef in a restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Ability to lead and train kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Plan and develop innovative menu offerings.
• Ensure all food is prepared and presented to high quality standards.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards at all times.
• Manage inventory, stock control and ordering of supplies.
• Minimize food wastage and control kitchen costs.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Menu planning

Leadership

Food safety

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Capsicum Culinary Studio in Rustenburg is seeking a passionate Chef to lead our kitchen team. You will prepare high-quality meals, maintain stringent food safety and hygiene standards, and ensure an exceptional dining experience for guests.

The role requires proven chef experience in hospitality, strong leadership, and the ability to train staff while managing inventories and costs. Weekend and holiday work may be required.