Head Chef - Lead Luxury Hotel Kitchen & Menu Innovation

Kendrick Recruitment; Gauteng; Sur place; ZAR 850 000 - 1 050 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Kendrick Recruitment seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead a luxury hotel kitchen in Midrand, Gauteng. You will drive culinary excellence, mentor a high-performing team and ensure top-tier guest dining experiences.

Responsibilities include menu development, cost management and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced environment. A culinary qualification and leadership background in luxury hospitality are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or senior kitchen management in luxury hospitality.
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation, culinary techniques and kitchen operations.
• Strong cost control and stock management abilities.
• Calm under pressure with attention to detail.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage the kitchen team and daily operations.
• Oversee food preparation, presentation and service across the property.
• Develop and maintain high culinary standards.
• Plan menus and contribute creative ideas to guest dining experience.
• Monitor food quality, portions, stock levels and wastage.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health regulations.
• Manage kitchen costs and budgets to achieve targets.
• Train, mentor and develop junior and senior kitchen staff.
• Arrange kitchen rosters and staffing for daily operations.
• Collaborate with hotel management to ensure excellent guest service.
• Maintain a clean, organised and professional kitchen environment.

Connaissances

Leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Cost control

Communication

Formation

Culinary qualifications

Description du poste

Kendrick Recruitment seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead a luxury hotel kitchen in Midrand, Gauteng. You will drive culinary excellence, mentor a high-performing team and ensure top-tier guest dining experiences.

Responsibilities include menu development, cost management and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced environment. A culinary qualification and leadership background in luxury hospitality are essential.