Elite Event Chef: Lead Haute-Cuisine for Premier Events

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng seeks an inventive Event Chef to conceptualize, prepare, and execute exceptional culinary offerings for prestigious events. You will design bespoke menus with the events team, showcase top ingredients, and lead a busy kitchen with passion for presentation and taste.

The role requires a strong repertoire of techniques, a flair for innovative cuisine, and the ability to manage shifting demands during high-profile functions in Sandton.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Event Chef or similar in high-end catering or hospitality.
• Strong culinary background across cuisines and techniques.
• Excellent understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and execution of high-quality dishes for events.
• Collaborate with event planners to develop innovative and customized menus.
• Ensure consistent food quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Manage kitchen inventory, including ordering supplies and controlling stock levels.
• Maintain impeccable standards of hygiene and food safety in the kitchen.
• Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff during service.
• Control food costs and manage kitchen resources efficiently.
• Adapt to different event styles and client requirements.
• Contribute to menu development and culinary innovation for the company.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Menu development

Food safety

Team leadership

Time management

Communication

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng seeks an inventive Event Chef to conceptualize, prepare, and execute exceptional culinary offerings for prestigious events. You will design bespoke menus with the events team, showcase top ingredients, and lead a busy kitchen with passion for presentation and taste.

The role requires a strong repertoire of techniques, a flair for innovative cuisine, and the ability to manage shifting demands during high-profile functions in Sandton.