Executive Chef – Luxury Retreat & Spa | Innovative Menus

HotelJobs; Hazyview; On-site; ZAR 335,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Chef role at a luxury retreat & spa in Hazyview, seeking an experienced leader to direct culinary operations and elevate guest dining experiences.

You will oversee kitchen teams, design innovative menus, manage food costs and stock, ensure HACCP compliance, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver seamless service. This live-out, on-site post rewards bold flavours, staff development, and a commitment to exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Executive Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role within luxury hospitality.
• Strong leadership and menu development skills with a focus on high-quality ingredients.
• Proven ability to train and motivate a kitchen team and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and service.
• Develop innovative menus reflecting standards and guest preferences.
• Lead, train and motivate the kitchen team to maintain excellent performance.
• Manage food costs, stock control, purchasing and supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Monitor kitchen budgets and implement cost-control measures.
• Collaborate with management and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service.
• Maintain consistency and creativity across all menus and dining experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Team motivation

Communication

Pressure handling

Job description

Executive Chef role at a luxury retreat & spa in Hazyview, seeking an experienced leader to direct culinary operations and elevate guest dining experiences.

You will oversee kitchen teams, design innovative menus, manage food costs and stock, ensure HACCP compliance, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver seamless service. This live-out, on-site post rewards bold flavours, staff development, and a commitment to exceptional hospitality.