Executive Chef

The Staff Connection; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate hotel in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will develop menus, manage kitchen staff, ensure food quality, and maintain compliance with safety regulations. The role requires a Diploma in Culinary Art and a minimum of 7 years of experience in an upmarket hotel setting. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience as an Executive Chef in an upmarket hotel environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop menus and create new recipes.
• Manage kitchen staff and assign duties.
• Ensure food quality and presentation meet high standards.
• Monitor and control food costs.
• Supervise kitchen operations and maintain cleanliness.
• Experienced in banqueting, events, and conferences.
• Manage staff and stock.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Menu Development

Food Quality Management

Education

Diploma in Culinary Art

Job description

Executive Chef Required for a Corporate Hotel in Jo'Burg

We are seeking an experienced local Executive Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, creating innovative menus, managing food quality and presentation, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.

The Executive Chef will also be in charge of training kitchen staff, controlling food costs, and maintaining inventory levels. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this role.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Developing menus and creating new recipes
• Managing kitchen staff and assigning duties
• Ensuring food quality and presentation meet high standards
• Monitoring and controlling food costs
• Supervising kitchen operations and maintaining cleanliness
• Experienced in banqueting, events and conferences
• Staff management
• Stock management

We are looking for Chefs with a Diploma in Culinary Art, minimum 7yrs experience as an Exec Chef within an upmarket hotel environment.