Head Chef: Corporate Catering Leader & Menu Innovator

Placements24; Pretoria; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.600.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an accomplished Head Chef to lead its corporate catering kitchen, shaping menus, overseeing large teams, and delivering excellence for high-profile clients across Gauteng.

The role emphasizes menu development, cost control, HACCP compliance, and staff mentoring, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends to support events. A senior culinary qualification is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 6-8 years in a senior culinary role with at least 3 years as Head Chef or Exec Sous in high-volume catering.
• Strong menu planning, costing and execution experience for diverse events.
• Proven leadership and ability to train and motivate staff.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.

Aufgaben

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations for corporate catering.
• Develop creative, seasonal, cost-effective menus for corporate clients.
• Oversee food prep, cooking and presentation to ensure quality and consistency.
• Manage and mentor chefs and kitchen staff; foster a collaborative environment.
• Control costs, manage inventory and minimize waste.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Menu development

Cost control

HACCP

Staff training

High-volume catering

Ausbildung

Culinary qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an accomplished Head Chef to lead its corporate catering kitchen, shaping menus, overseeing large teams, and delivering excellence for high-profile clients across Gauteng.

The role emphasizes menu development, cost control, HACCP compliance, and staff mentoring, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends to support events. A senior culinary qualification is preferred.