Head Chef, Luxury Hospitality - Franschhoek

Hr Genie; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 90 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality property in Franschhoek seeks an accomplished Head Chef to lead its culinary team. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in luxury environments, delivering innovative, exceptional cuisine. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to inspire a talented brigade while maintaining quality and operational excellence.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Head Chef in a luxury hospitality environment.
• Proven ability to deliver innovative cuisine in a fine-dining setting.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen operations.
• Create innovative seasonal menus.
• Inspire and train the kitchen brigade.
• Drive operational excellence.
• Partner with management for seamless guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Design

Food Preparation

Creativity

Communication

Education

Culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Overview

HEAD CHEF LUXURY HOSPITALITY
Location: Franschhoek, South Africa
Salary: Highly Competitive

About Us
Our award-winning luxury property in the Cape Winelands is celebrated for its refined style, exceptional service, and world-class dining experiences. We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Head Chef to lead our culinary team and craft unforgettable gastronomic journeys that reflect a deep respect for provenance, seasonality and creativity.

The Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity for a passionate and experienced culinary leader to shape the direction of an iconic fine-dining destination. The successful candidate will bring global perspective, technical mastery, and creative flair to an environment where excellence is the standard and innovation is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen operations, including concept development, menu design, food preparation and service execution.
• Create innovative, seasonal menus that celebrate exceptional ingredients and tell a compelling culinary story.
• Inspire, train and mentor a talented kitchen brigade, fostering a culture of collaboration, growth and precision.
• Maintain impeccable quality, presentation and consistency across all dishes and dining outlets.
• Drive operational excellence through effective food cost management, supplier relationships, inventory control and health & safety compliance.
• Partner closely with front-of-house and management teams to deliver seamless guest experiences.
• Respond to guest feedback and continuously refine and elevate the culinary offering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Head Chef (or equivalent leadership role) in a luxury hospitality environment.
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional, innovative cuisine in a fine-dining or five-star setting.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with a track record of developing talent and building high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal abilities.
• A creative, forward-thinking approach with meticulous attention to detail.
• Up-to-date knowledge of global culinary trends, seasonality and sustainability.
• Culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• A chance to lead and define the culinary vision of one of the Cape Winelands most prestigious luxury properties.

How to Apply

If you are a visionary chef ready to lead with creativity, precision and passion, please submit your CV along with your salary expectations to be considered for this exceptional opportunity.