Head Caterer

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive annual salary with bonuses

Lead a prestigious culinary team

Health insurance and retirement

Staff meal allowances and discounts

Stimulating and creative work

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a highly skilled Head Caterer to lead culinary operations. This senior, hands-on role focuses on developing innovative menus, managing kitchen staff, and delivering outstanding gastronomic experiences.

You will ensure food safety, control costs, and collaborate with event coordinators to meet diverse dietary needs while upholding the company’s reputation for excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Head Chef or Senior Caterer in a high-volume environment.
• Expertise in culinary arts, menu design, and kitchen management.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP principles.
• Excellent understanding of cost control, inventory management, and supplier relations.
• Culinary qualifications or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of creative and diverse menus, catering to various dietary needs and preferences.
• Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure high performance and adherence to standards.
• Implement and enforce stringent food safety and hygiene protocols.
• Control food costs, manage inventory, and optimize procurement processes.
• Collaborate with event coordinators to ensure seamless delivery of catering services.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Senior Caterer

Kitchen management

Food safety HACCP

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Caterer to lead their culinary operations in Durban. This senior role demands a passion for food, exceptional leadership qualities, and a deep understanding of culinary trends and kitchen management. You will be responsible for developing innovative menus, managing kitchen staff, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety, and overseeing all aspects of catering production. This is a hands-on role for a culinary professional dedicated to delivering outstanding gastronomic experiences and maintaining the company's reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of creative and diverse menus, catering to various dietary needs and preferences.
• Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure high performance and adherence to standards.
• Implement and enforce stringent food safety and hygiene protocols.
• Control food costs, manage inventory, and optimize procurement processes.
• Collaborate with event coordinators to ensure seamless delivery of catering services.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Head Chef or Senior Caterer in a high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in culinary arts, menu design, and kitchen management.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP principles.
• Excellent understanding of cost control, inventory management, and supplier relations.
• Culinary qualifications or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with potential for bonuses.
• Opportunity to lead a prestigious culinary team in Durban.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Generous staff meal allowances and discounts.
• A stimulating and creative work environment.