Executive Chef — Luxury Hotel Culinary Leader

Hoteljobs; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Johannesburg Melrose Arch seeks an Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, lead the kitchen team, and ensure high-quality food across all outlets, while driving guest satisfaction and financial performance.

You will supervise cooks, manage menu development, maintain food safety standards, and mentor staff. Minimum 6 years in culinary leadership or a 2-year Culinary Arts degree plus leadership experience preferred; relocation to Melrose Arch is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 6 years experience in culinary F&B or related field.
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts.

Responsibilities

• Leads kitchen operations for the property and oversees day-to-day activities.
• Sets and maintains goals for culinary function and activities, including safety and budgeting.
• Ensures culinary standards and responsibilities are met, including menu development and food presentations.
• Manages human resources activities within the kitchen, coaching staff and administering performance processes.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Staff development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Johannesburg Melrose Arch seeks an Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, lead the kitchen team, and ensure high-quality food across all outlets, while driving guest satisfaction and financial performance.

You will supervise cooks, manage menu development, maintain food safety standards, and mentor staff. Minimum 6 years in culinary leadership or a 2-year Culinary Arts degree plus leadership experience preferred; relocation to Melrose Arch is