Durban Corporate Event Chef: Lead Creative Menus & Team

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Durban events role

Career advancement

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Corporate Event Chef to lead the culinary team for high-profile corporate events. Design exquisite menus, oversee preparation, and ensure top quality and presentation.

You will collaborate with event planners, manage kitchen staff, control food costs, and uphold safety standards in a fast-paced setting. A culinary degree and strong leadership are essential, with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences in Durban’s corporate scene.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
• Experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef in high-volume catering or fine dining.
• Strong menu development, costing, and inventory management skills.
• Proven leadership and communication abilities.
• Solid knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute creative menus for corporate events for Durban.
• Oversee food production, sourcing, staff, and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with event coordinators to integrate culinary services with plans.
• Manage kitchen inventory, control costs, and stock levels for events.
• Lead and train kitchen staff to maintain excellence.
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation across functions.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food costing

Inventory management

Team management

Food safety

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Corporate Event Chef to lead the culinary team for high-profile corporate events. Design exquisite menus, oversee preparation, and ensure top quality and presentation.

You will collaborate with event planners, manage kitchen staff, control food costs, and uphold safety standards in a fast-paced setting. A culinary degree and strong leadership are essential, with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences in Durban’s corporate scene.