Head Chef – Lead Innovative Event Catering Team

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Sur place; ZAR 700 000 - 1 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Paid annual leave

Performance bonuses

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Klerksdorp seeks an accomplished Head Chef to lead the culinary team across a range of events from intimate private functions to large corporate banquets.

You will drive menu development, kitchen operations, and high standards of quality and hygiene while mentoring the brigade and maintaining budget discipline. This role demands creativity, leadership, and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in culinary roles with at least 3 years as Head Chef or Executive Chef in high-volume catering or fine-dining.
• Proven expertise in menu creation, food costing, and inventory management.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Responsabilités

• Oversee all culinary operations within the catering division and ensure excellence in food preparation and presentation.
• Develop creative, seasonal menus for diverse client needs and dietary requirements.
• Lead, train, and mentor the kitchen team to sustain a high-performance environment.
• Enforce HACCP and strict hygiene standards across all kitchens and events.
• Control food costs via inventory, portion control, and waste reduction strategies.
• Source Quality ingredients from reputable suppliers and manage vendor relations.
• Collaborate with event planning to ensure seamless culinary execution for all events.
• Maintain equipment and facilities, coordinating regular upkeep and replacements.
• Stay current with culinary trends and innovations for client events in Klerksdorp.

Connaissances

Leadership

Menu planning

Food costing

Inventory management

Food safety

Budget control

Creativity

Problem solving

Formation

Culinary degree or certification

Description du poste

Placements24 in Klerksdorp seeks an accomplished Head Chef to lead the culinary team across a range of events from intimate private functions to large corporate banquets.

You will drive menu development, kitchen operations, and high standards of quality and hygiene while mentoring the brigade and maintaining budget discipline. This role demands creativity, leadership, and the ability to thrive under pressure.