Indian Specialty Chef

Bushwise; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Bushwise in Cape Town seeks a hands-on executive chef to lead and inspire our Indian cuisine team, crafting authentic dishes and standardising recipes for standout guest experiences.

You will develop menus, oversee banqueting and outdoor catering, manage costs and inventories, and mentor kitchen staff while staying ahead of culinary trends to elevate our restaurant's reputation.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Hotel Management or relevant culinary qualification.
• Specialised culinary training.
• Experience across various kitchen sections.
• Experience in banqueting and outdoor catering.
• Experience working in a reputable restaurant.
• Thorough knowledge of Indian cuisine, cooking techniques and food production.
• Strong food costing, menu pricing and inventory management skills.
• A hands-on chef with a passion for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen teams.
• Create and standardise Indian recipes.
• Develop menus and assist with festivals and menu trials.
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety.
• Manage food costs, stock levels and procurement.
• Train, mentor and develop team members.
• Stay ahead of culinary trends, techniques and innovations.
• Deliver memorable guest experiences through outstanding cuisine.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Culinary techniques

Cost control

Education

Degree/Diploma in Hotel Management or relevant culinary qualification

Job description

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 09/10/2026

Are you a passionate culinary professional with a flair for authentic Indian cuisine?

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Lead and inspire kitchen teams
• Create and standardise exceptional Indian recipes
• Develop menus and assist with food festivals and menu trials
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety
• Manage food costs, stock levels and procurement
• Train, mentor and develop team members
• Stay ahead of culinary trends, techniques and innovations
• Deliver memorable guest experiences through outstanding cuisine

Requirements

WHAT WE’R LOOKING FOR:

Degree/Diploma in Hotel Management or relevant culinary qualification

Specialised culinary training

Strong experience across various kitchen sections

Experience in banqueting and outdoor catering

Experience working in a reputable restaurant

Thorough knowledge of Indian cuisine, cooking techniques and food production

Strong food costing, menu pricing and inventory management skills

A hands-on chef with a passion for excellence