Head Chef

Capsicum Culinary Studio; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary arts business in South Africa seeks a talented Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. You will be required to oversee menu planning, food preparation, and ensure high-quality dishes are served. The ideal candidate must have a culinary degree or relevant certification and a minimum of 5 years of experience. Strong leadership skills, creativity, and a passion for food are essential for this role. Additionally, managing staff and maintaining food safety standards are responsibilities of this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong leadership skills and creativity required.
• Passion for food is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff.
• Plan menus and create new recipes.
• Ensure high-quality dishes are served.
• Maintain food safety standards.
• Monitor food and labor costs.
• Collaborate with management to develop seasonal menus.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Culinary skills

Education

Culinary degree or relevant certification

Job description

Join our team as a Head Chef.

About the role We are seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef to lead our culinary team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen, including menu planning, food preparation, and ensuring high-quality dishes are served to our customers.

As a Head Chef, you will also manage kitchen staff, maintain food safety standards, and collaborate with management to develop new recipes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff
• Plan menus and create new recipes
• Ensure high-quality dishes are served
• Maintain food safety standards
• Monitor food and labor costs
• Collaborate with management to develop seasonal menus

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or relevant certification, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Strong leadership skills, creativity, and a passion for food are essential for this position