Executive Chef: Menu Innovator, Costing & Team Leader

Capsicum Culinary Studio; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Capital Hotels, Apartments and Resorts is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee all food production across the restaurant, conferences and banqueting, room service and related outlets. You will develop and cost menus, manage orders, and ensure top-quality, safe food production while leading a kitchen team.

Requires 3–5 years as an Executive Chef in a 4/5 star setting, strong leadership, communication, and a hands-on, problem-solving approach. Relocation costs are at applicant's expense.

Qualifications

• Matric is the minimum education requirement.
• Professional qualification in Culinary Arts required.
• 3–5 years executive chef experience in a 4/5 star environment.
• Ability to cost menus and recipes.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Team player who leads by example.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations and staff across outlets.
• Oversee food production, menu costing and recipe development.
• Handle administration and team performance.

Education

Matric

Professional Qualification in Culinary Arts

Job description

The Capital Hotels, Apartments and Resorts is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee all food production across the restaurant, conferences and banqueting, room service and related outlets. You will develop and cost menus, manage orders, and ensure top-quality, safe food production while leading a kitchen team.

Requires 3–5 years as an Executive Chef in a 4/5 star setting, strong leadership, communication, and a hands-on, problem-solving approach. Relocation costs are at applicant's expense.