Head Of Kitchen

The Strangers Club; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A local cafe and retail space in Cape Town is seeking a Head of Kitchen to oversee kitchen operations at their restaurant. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a senior chef role and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include maintaining quality control, managing the kitchen team, and developing creative menu items. This is a full-time position and offers a creative working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head of Kitchen or in a senior chef role.
• Baking and pastry experience is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth service.
• Maintain strict quality control over all dishes served.
• Lead and manage the kitchen team.
• Develop and implement creative ideas for menu items.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support cost control by minimizing waste and managing resources effectively.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and efficient kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership skills

Kitchen operations knowledge

Food safety and hygiene standards

Creative menu development

Communication skills in English

Job description

Location: Onsite (Greenpoint)

Schedule: Working days subject to agreement

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Start Date: ASAP

About the Company

The Strangers Club is a cafe and retail space housed in an heritage farmstead in Greenpoint, Cape Town.

About the Role

We're looking for a Head of Kitchen to oversee the kitchen operations of our busy, growing restaurant.

This would be a full time position with the responsibility of maintaining strict quality control, managing and supporting the kitchen team, and working with the founder to keep the food offering seasonal and dynamic.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth service.
• Maintain strict quality control over all dishes served.
• Lead and manage the kitchen team.
• Develop and implement creative ideas for menu items.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support cost control by minimizing waste and managing resources effectively.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and efficient kitchen culture.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head of Kitchen or in a senior chef role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Solid knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• Baking and pastry experience is a strong advantage.
• Creative mindset with the ability to develop and implement new menu ideas.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Job Types

Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours

per week

Work Location

In person