Head Breakfast Chef: Premium Dining & Innovation

Recruit for Africa PTY Limited; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 223,000 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal on duty

Training

Professional atmosphere

Job summary

Recruit for Africa PTY Limited in Cape Town seeks a dynamic Breakfast Chef to lead the breakfast service at a premium dining establishment in Mouille Point. This senior role blends leadership, culinary expertise, and innovation, and you will manage the kitchen team to ensure consistency in quality and guest experience.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in senior chef roles within fine dining or premium hotels, with a strong breakfast repertoire and a passion for culinary innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years in a senior chef role within fine dining or premium restaurants.
• Strong knowledge of breakfast cuisine and menu planning.
• Proven leadership and kitchen management abilities.
• Willingness to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays.
• Creative and detail-oriented with a passion for culinary innovation.

Responsibilities

• Design and update breakfast menus with seasonal produce and new concepts.
• Oversee breakfast production of hot and cold items.
• Ensure highest standards of taste, presentation, and portions.
• Manage inventory and control costs to minimize waste.
• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior chefs.
• Enforce hygiene and safety protocols in the kitchen.
• Introduce innovative plating and flavor pairings.
• Engage with guests when appropriate to explain concepts.
• Oversee operations and ensure smooth breakfast service.

Skills

Breakfast cuisine

Menu planning

Kitchen management

Leadership

Organizational skills

Job description

Recruit for Africa PTY Limited in Cape Town seeks a dynamic Breakfast Chef to lead the breakfast service at a premium dining establishment in Mouille Point. This senior role blends leadership, culinary expertise, and innovation, and you will manage the kitchen team to ensure consistency in quality and guest experience.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in senior chef roles within fine dining or premium hotels, with a strong breakfast repertoire and a passion for culinary innovation.