Fine-Dining Chef de Partie — Franschhoek Luxury Kitchen

Kendrick Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-Out position

Staff transport provided from Franschh

Staff transport provided from Franschh

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join a luxury Franschhoek kitchen. This demanding role suits a chef with fine dining experience, strong technical skill, and dedication to guest satisfaction.

You will manage your designated section, ensure consistency, and uphold top hygiene and HACCP standards while working in a celebrated Winelands property that offers live-out employment and staff transport from Franschhoek and Paarl.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Chef de Partie or senior kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to run a section independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail in food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Ability to supervise and guide junior kitchen staff within the section.
• Flexible and willing to work hospitality hours including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Run a designated kitchen section to a consistently high standard across all service periods.
• Prepare and plate all dishes according to the Head Chef's recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Ensure all mise en place is freshly prepared, organised, and ready for service at all times.
• Supervise, support, and develop junior kitchen staff within the section.
• Maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and HACCP standards throughout all areas of the section.
• Monitor stock levels, control portion sizes, and actively minimise food wastage.
• Communicate ingredient shortages and orders to the Sous Chef timeously.
• Ensure all food is correctly stored and handled in line with food safety requirements.
• Assist with stock takes, inventory management, and the smooth running of the wider kitchen operation.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food hygiene

Leadership

Time management

Education

Formal culinary qualification

Job description

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join a luxury Franschhoek kitchen. This demanding role suits a chef with fine dining experience, strong technical skill, and dedication to guest satisfaction.

You will manage your designated section, ensure consistency, and uphold top hygiene and HACCP standards while working in a celebrated Winelands property that offers live-out employment and staff transport from Franschhoek and Paarl.