Executive Chef

Bright Placements; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Hotel Executive Chef to manage culinary operations at a hotel. This role involves overseeing menu planning, food preparation, and kitchen management. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, extensive culinary experience, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This position offers an opportunity to create memorable dining experiences for guests through innovative cuisine.

Qualifications

• Extensive culinary experience with a passion for innovative cuisine.
• Strong leadership skills to train and manage kitchen staff.
• Ability to manage budgets and control inventory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations and ensure high food quality standards.
• Plan menus and prepare food for various dining experiences.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Organizational skills

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Hotel Executive Chef to oversee the culinary operations of the hotel, responsible for menu planning, food preparation, and kitchen management. This role involves leading and training kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation, and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations. The Executive Chef will collaborate with other departments to create memorable dining experiences for a la carte guests, including special events, conferences, and themed dinners.

Strong leadership, creativity, and organizational skills are essential, along with extensive culinary experience and a passion for innovative cuisine. Budget management and inventory control are also key responsibilities.