Fine Dining Lead Chef: Menu Innovator & Team Leader

Placements24; George; Presencial; ZAR 700 000 - 1 000 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Performance incentive

Medical aid

Pension plan

Employee discounts

Professional growth

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Culinary Chef for a prestigious hotel in George, Western Cape. You will direct the fine dining restaurant, steer menu development, manage a motivated kitchen brigade, and ensure top-quality food presentation and service in a coastal setting.

The role emphasizes leadership, culinary creativity, and operational excellence, with opportunities to participate in high-profile promotions and events while upholding exceptional guest experiences.

Qualificações

• Minimum of 5 years as Head Chef or Sous Chef in fine dining or high-end restaurants.

Responsabilidades

• Conceptualize, design and execute innovative fine dining menus.
• Lead, train and manage the kitchen team for peak service.
• Oversee kitchen operations to ensure smooth service during busy periods.
• Manage food costs, inventory and supplier relationships.
• Maintain hygiene, food safety and sanitation per regulations.
• Develop standardized recipes and plating guidelines for consistency.
• Collaborate with F&B Manager and Executive Chef on menus and events.
• Stay ahead of culinary trends to elevate the dining experience.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Menu design

Inventory management

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Formação académica

Culinary degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Culinary Chef for a prestigious hotel in George, Western Cape. You will direct the fine dining restaurant, steer menu development, manage a motivated kitchen brigade, and ensure top-quality food presentation and service in a coastal setting.

The role emphasizes leadership, culinary creativity, and operational excellence, with opportunities to participate in high-profile promotions and events while upholding exceptional guest experiences.