Executive Head Chef - Luxury Event Catering Leader

Placements24; Rustenburg; Presencial; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Executive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Lead culinary team

Premium ingredients & equipment

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is recruiting a Head Catering Chef for a premier luxury event caterer in Rustenburg, North West. You will set the culinary direction, design menus, and lead a large kitchen team to deliver flawless service for high-profile events.

The role requires a proven track record in high-volume catering, strong cost control, and the ability to thrive under pressure, including nights and weekends, to maintain exceptional quality and presentation for discerning clients.

Qualificações

• Extensive leadership in head/executive culinary roles in catering.
• Proven ability to design and execute varied event menus.
• Strong cost control, inventory, and procurement knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee entire culinary operations for diverse events.
• Lead, train, and motivate a large kitchen team.
• Develop innovative, seasonal menus aligned with client needs.
• Manage budgets, food costs, and procurement processes.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain high quality and presentation across all dishes and services.
• Collaborate with sales/event planning teams for seamless execution.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to staff.
• Negotiate with suppliers for quality ingredients at good prices.
• Drive culinary innovation and maintain excellence.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Menu development

Food cost management

Quality & presentation

Communication

Problem solving

Formação académica

Formal culinary degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 is recruiting a Head Catering Chef for a premier luxury event caterer in Rustenburg, North West. You will set the culinary direction, design menus, and lead a large kitchen team to deliver flawless service for high-profile events.

The role requires a proven track record in high-volume catering, strong cost control, and the ability to thrive under pressure, including nights and weekends, to maintain exceptional quality and presentation for discerning clients.