Executive Chef: Lead Menu Innovation & Team (Car+Accom)

SET Consulting; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 568,421 - 757,894; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car

Accommodation

Job summary

A leading food group in Zambia is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to join their visionary team. This role includes designing innovative menus, driving culinary innovation, managing food quality, and developing kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will have 8–12 years of professional culinary experience, including 5 years in a fine dining environment, and possess a recognized Culinary Diploma. A competitive salary of 3k - 4k USD per month, plus accommodation and car, is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–12 years’ professional culinary experience, with at least 5 years in a fine dining environment.
• Strong menu development and food costing experience.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative, commercially viable menus and food products.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion standards.
• Train kitchen teams on new menus, techniques, and presentation standards.
• Research local and international food trends.

Skills

Culinary innovation

Strong leadership ability

Creativity

Education

Recognised 3-year Culinary Diploma or Degree

Job description

A leading food group in Zambia is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to join their visionary team. This role includes designing innovative menus, driving culinary innovation, managing food quality, and developing kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will have 8–12 years of professional culinary experience, including 5 years in a fine dining environment, and possess a recognized Culinary Diploma. A competitive salary of 3k - 4k USD per month, plus accommodation and car, is offered.