Executive Chef - Boutique Hotel

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Accommodation allowance

Professional development

Dynamic and collaborative work

Access to premium kitchen facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg invites an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at a prestigious boutique hotel. You will craft exceptional dining experiences across all F&B outlets, set culinary strategy, and elevate food quality and presentation.

We seek a proven leader with global cuisine knowledge, strong cost control, team development, and a passion for innovative menu design for weddings, conferences, and events.

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience as Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or fine dining setting.
• Strong knowledge of global cuisines and contemporary culinary trends.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Formal culinary qualifications from a recognized institution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative, seasonal menus for all hotel dining areas including fine dining, casual, and banqueting.
• Manage kitchen operations, inventory, food costing, supplier relations, and waste reduction.
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure health, safety and sanitation standards are upheld across all outlets.
• Collaborate with events team to design bespoke menus for weddings, conferences and special events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Kitchen management

Cost control

Global cuisines

Education

Formal culinary qualifications

Tools

Kitchen management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious boutique hotel in Johannesburg , is seeking an experienced and innovative Executive Chef to lead their culinary operations. You will be responsible for crafting exceptional dining experiences that delight guests and uphold the hotel's reputation for excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to showcase your creativity and leadership in a dynamic hospitality environment, working closely with the management team to drive culinary strategy and ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation across all F&B outlets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative, seasonal menus for all hotel dining areas, including fine dining, casual, and banqueting.
• Manage all kitchen operations, including inventory control, food costing, supplier relationships, and waste reduction.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of kitchen staff, fostering a positive and high-performance work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, maintaining impeccable kitchen hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with the event planning team to design bespoke menus for weddings, conferences, and special events.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-end hotel or fine dining establishment.
• A strong understanding of global cuisines and culinary trends, with a passion for innovative food preparation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Formal culinary qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in kitchen management software and cost control techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Accommodation allowance and subsidized meals.
• Opportunities for professional development and culinary competitions.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in the heart of Johannesburg .
• Access to premium kitchen facilities and resources.