Group Operations Chef – Premier Restaurant Group

Lumina Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic culinary leader to oversee operations across multiple premier restaurants. This role involves managing kitchen staff, leading menu planning, and ensuring compliance with culinary standards and food safety regulations. With a focus on innovation and quality, you will develop training programs and analyze market trends to enhance menu offerings. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and a proven track record in high-end restaurant management, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of a renowned restaurant group.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of culinary experience, with at least 5 years in a head chef role.
• Proven experience managing large culinary teams and multiple kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of five restaurants, managing kitchen staff and coordinating with head chefs.
• Implement culinary standards and manage food costs effectively.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Culinary Skills

Flexibility

Education

Culinary degree or diploma

Job description

Location : Northern Suburbs, Johannesburg

Salary : R40,000 – R60,000

Responsibilities :

• Oversee the operations of five premier restaurants, managing kitchen staff and coordinating with head chefs.
• Lead menu planning and recipe development, ensuring consistent quality and presentation across all locations.
• Implement culinary standards, policies, and procedures to maintain excellence and uniformity.
• Manage food costs, portion control, and budgets effectively for multiple sites.
• Conduct inventory management and negotiate with suppliers for cost-effective purchasing.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and HACCP standards across all kitchens.
• Develop training programs to improve team skills and foster a positive kitchen culture.
• Analyze market trends and guest preferences to innovate menu offerings.

Requirements :

• Culinary degree or diploma from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years of culinary experience, with at least 5 years in a head chef or executive chef role in high-end or multi-site restaurants.
• Proven experience managing large culinary teams and multiple kitchen operations.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Flexibility to travel between locations and adapt to different kitchen environments.

Apply Now to lead culinary excellence and shape the future of our premier restaurant group!