Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Excellence & Team Growth

Protea Hotels by Marriott®; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 680,000 - 960,000; Full time

Job summary

Protea Hotels by Marriott in Johannesburg is seeking an Executive Kitchen Manager to oversee all daily kitchen operations and lead staff across banquets, room service, restaurants, bar/lounge and employee cafeteria. You will drive food quality, guest satisfaction, and financial performance through effective leadership.

The role requires a 2-year culinary degree or equivalent with several years of culinary management experience and a strong focus on sanitation, safety, and cost control.

Qualifications

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across all food areas.
• Ensure sanitation and food safety standards are met.
• Assist with budgeting and menu development.

Responsibilities

• Leads kitchen management team and provides direction for day-to-day operations.
• Sets performance standards, monitors staff performance, and coaches.
• Demonstrates new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Maintains open communication and collaboration with employees.
• Ensures compliance with brand safety and quality standards.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

Budgeting

Staff development

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel/Restaurant Management

Job description

Protea Hotels by Marriott in Johannesburg is seeking an Executive Kitchen Manager to oversee all daily kitchen operations and lead staff across banquets, room service, restaurants, bar/lounge and employee cafeteria. You will drive food quality, guest satisfaction, and financial performance through effective leadership.

The role requires a 2-year culinary degree or equivalent with several years of culinary management experience and a strong focus on sanitation, safety, and cost control.