Executive Chef - Fine Dining, Luxury Coastal Resort

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Accommodation options

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a dynamic Head Chef to oversee its fine-dining restaurant and catering operations at a luxurious coastal resort. You will lead the kitchen, craft seasonal menus using local ingredients, and manage a diverse brigade to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The role drives culinary vision and maintains the resort's reputation for excellence. We seek a culinary visionary with strong leadership, HACCP expertise, and a proven track record in luxury hospitality.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive culinary experience, with at least 3 years in a Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef role.
• Formal culinary arts degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• Demonstrated expertise in fine-dining cuisine, menu engineering, and sophisticated presentation.
• Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices (HACCP), and cost control measures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the kitchen, including menu development, food preparation, cooking, and presentation for the fine-dining restaurant and banquet facilities.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage the kitchen brigade, ensuring high performance, professional development, and adherence to standards.
• Develop creative, seasonally inspired menus that highlight fresh, local produce and cater to diverse palates, while managing food costs effectively.
• Maintain impeccable standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety, ensuring compliance with all health regulations and HACCP guidelines.
• Oversee inventory management, stock control, and ordering of supplies, cultivating strong relationships with reputable suppliers.
• Collaborate with the Food & Beverage Manager and other department heads to ensure seamless execution of service and uphold the resort's standards.
• Manage the kitchen budget, controlling costs related to food, labor, and supplies while maximizing profitability.
• Ensure consistent execution of dishes and maintain high standards during busy service periods in a demanding environment.
• Foster a positive and productive kitchen culture, promoting teamwork, discipline, and a passion for culinary excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

HACCP knowledge

Cost control

Budgeting

Menu development

Creativity

Education

Culinary arts degree

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks a dynamic Head Chef to oversee its fine-dining restaurant and catering operations at a luxurious coastal resort. You will lead the kitchen, craft seasonal menus using local ingredients, and manage a diverse brigade to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The role drives culinary vision and maintains the resort's reputation for excellence. We seek a culinary visionary with strong leadership, HACCP expertise, and a proven track record in luxury hospitality.