Head Chef

Kendrick Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-out position

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an accomplished and innovative Head Chef to lead the culinary team at a prestigious luxury wine estate in Franschhoek. This role requires a highly skilled professional with a passion for fine dining, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to deliver world-class cuisine in a refined setting.

Join a renowned estate where you will design seasonal menus, lead a talented kitchen, and maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and guest experience,

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef in fine dining or luxury hospitality.
• Formal culinary qualification or equivalent training.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of modern cooking techniques and menu development.
• Ability to perform under pressure and maintain high standards.
• Passion for creating dining experiences that reflect the estate’s identity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation
• Design and execute seasonal menus showcasing local and sustainable ingredients
• Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team to maintain excellence and consistency
• Manage stock control, costings, and supplier relationships
• Ensure strict adherence to hygiene, safety, and health regulations
• Collaborate with management on menu concepts, special events, and guest experiences
• Maintain operational efficiency while fostering creativity and innovation in the kitchen

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Menu design

Cost control

Hygiene knowledge

Team training

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an accomplished and innovative Head Chef to lead the culinary team at a prestigious luxury wine estate in Franschhoek. This role requires a highly skilled professional with a passion for fine dining, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to deliver world-class cuisine in a refined setting.

Package:

• Live-out position

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation
• Design and execute seasonal menus showcasing local and sustainable ingredients
• Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team to maintain excellence and consistency
• Manage stock control, costings, and supplier relationships
• Ensure strict adherence to hygiene, safety, and health regulations
• Collaborate with management on menu concepts, special events, and guest experiences
• Maintain operational efficiency while fostering creativity and innovation in the kitchen

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a fine dining or luxury hospitality environment
• Formal culinary qualification or equivalent professional training
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Excellent knowledge of modern cooking techniques and menu development
• Ability to perform under pressure and maintain high standards at all times
• Passion for creating exceptional dining experiences that reflect the estate’s identity

This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented culinary leader to join a renowned luxury estate in the heart of Franschhoek and contribute to its continued culinary success.