Executive Chef: Lead Creative Event Catering

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Quality kitchen facilities

Professional development

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead our catering operations. You will shape menus, oversee kitchen performance, and ensure top quality for diverse events while maintaining a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

The role requires strong leadership, cost awareness, and deep knowledge of food safety. You will mentor kitchen staff, collaborate with event teams, and drive consistency across all services in a dynamic catering business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Executive/Head Chef in high-volume catering.
• Strong menu planning, costing, and kitchen operations.
• Leadership and communication skills to manage a team.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification.
• Ability to work in a client-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal menus for corporate functions, weddings, and private parties.
• Oversee food prep, cooking, presentation, and sanitation.
• Manage inventory and cost control of food and beverage.
• Lead and mentor the kitchen team.
• Collaborate with event planning to meet client needs.
• Ensure health, safety, and hygiene compliance.

Skills

Menu development

Food costing

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead our catering operations. You will shape menus, oversee kitchen performance, and ensure top quality for diverse events while maintaining a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

The role requires strong leadership, cost awareness, and deep knowledge of food safety. You will mentor kitchen staff, collaborate with event teams, and drive consistency across all services in a dynamic catering business.