Executive Chef – Group Role | Cape Town

Dixie Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A premium dining group in Cape Town seeks an experienced Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across multiple venues. This role demands a strong leader with a minimum of 10 years in senior culinary positions, expertise in menu development, and a balance of creativity and operational management. Successful candidates will drive culinary innovation and maintain high standards in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• South African citizen or valid work permit holder.
• Minimum 10 years’ senior culinary experience in top restaurant groups or luxury hotels.
• Proven team leadership across multiple venues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all culinary operations across the group.
• Develop and mentor kitchen teams.
• Maintain consistency, standards, and profitability.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Operational management

Creativity

Food innovation

Kitchen systems expertise

Job description

A Rare Leadership Opportunity in Premium Dining

An established group of high-end restaurants in Cape Town seeks an experienced Executive Chef to oversee a portfolio of venues. This senior role requires a strong leader who can balance creativity with operational excellence, drive innovation, and maintain world-class culinary standards.

Qualifications

• South African citizen or valid work permit holder
• Minimum 10 years’ senior culinary experience in top restaurant groups or luxury hotels
• Proven team leadership across multiple venues
• Expertise in menu development, food innovation, and kitchen systems
• Strong operational and financial management skills
• Hands-on, creative chef with strategic ability

Duties

• Lead and oversee all culinary operations across the group
• Develop and mentor kitchen teams
• Maintain consistency, standards, and profitability
• Drive menu innovation and product development
• Manage suppliers, costs, and operational systems
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards

We will be in contact with shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements detailed above. If you have not received a reply within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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