Head Chef - Banqueting & Events (Large-Scale Dining)

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Annual leave

Professional development

Culinary training

Career progression

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Head Chef specializing in Banqueting and Events in Rustenburg. You will lead a kitchen brigade, design menus for large-scale functions, and ensure exceptional quality, safety, and cost controls across all events.

The role requires a culinary qualification and at least 6 years in senior kitchen roles focused on banqueting, with strong leadership and supplier management skills in the North West region.

Qualifications

• A recognized culinary qualification (diploma/certificate).
• At least 6 years in a senior kitchen role focused on banqueting and large-scale events.
• Experience in menu costing and inventory control.
• Proven leadership and team development abilities.
• Solid knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills under pressure.
• Creative and innovative culinary flair.
• Good client liaison with internal departments.
• Familiarity with North West catering landscape.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations for banqueting and events, ensuring top quality and presentation.
• Develop creative, profitable menus for various events based on briefs and trends.
• Lead, train and motivate the banqueting kitchen team.
• Manage food inventory, procurement and supplier relationships for cost-effectiveness.
• Enforce strict health, safety, and hygiene standards in kitchen operations.
• Control food costs and labor to meet budgets.
• Collaborate with events and banqueting sales teams to satisfy clients.
• Schedule and deploy kitchen staff for all events.
• Ensure timely food preparation and service during high-volume events.
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers in Rustenburg.

Skills

Leadership

Menu costing

Food safety

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Staff training

Client liaison

Education

Culinary qualification

Tools

Kitchen management software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Head Chef specializing in Banqueting and Events in Rustenburg. You will lead a kitchen brigade, design menus for large-scale functions, and ensure exceptional quality, safety, and cost controls across all events.

The role requires a culinary qualification and at least 6 years in senior kitchen roles focused on banqueting, with strong leadership and supplier management skills in the North West region.