Head Chef - Fourways

Restaurant Careers; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An upmarket Johannesburg restaurant is looking for an experienced Head Chef to manage kitchen operations and lead the culinary team. The ideal candidate must have over 6 years of experience, particularly in high-end dining, and possess excellent staff management skills. Key responsibilities include coordinating kitchen activities, stock management, and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Competitive salary based on experience offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in chef and kitchen management roles.
• Strong background in a la carte restaurant environment.
• Experience in high-end fine dining cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate a busy kitchen operation.
• Oversee stock management, variances, and reporting.
• Lead kitchen brigade alongside the executive chef.

Skills

Staff management skills

Kitchen operation coordination

High-end fine dining

Food cost management

Kitchen hygiene

Job description

Established upmarket restaurant in Fourways is currently looking for a Head Chef.

The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in both chef and kitchen management roles, with a strong background in a la carte restaurant environment.

The ability to effectively coordinate and manage a busy kitchen operation is essential.

Key responsibilities will include stock management, variances, and stock reporting.

The successful applicant must possess excellent staff management skills and be capable of leading a kitchen brigade with the executive chef.

Additionally, the ideal candidate should have experience in food cost, kitchen hygiene, and administration.

The restaurant is seeking a senior candidate with strong cooking abilities.

Must have experience in high end / fine dining cuisine.

Salary R

• K net depending on experience.

Quote Reference RA89 when applying.