Kitchen Manager

iStaff Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

iStaff Recruitment is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager/Head Chef to oversee daily operations across multiple shifts in a busy Johannesburg restaurant. You will lead food production, ensure high standards in presentation and quality, and drive efficient kitchen performance.

The role requires 3–5 years in kitchen leadership, strong staff supervision, and a valid food safety certification. You will monitor inventory, manage rosters, and uphold HACCP, health and safety compliance, while

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of kitchen management or head chef experience in a busy restaurant.
• Ability to manage shift operations, inventory, and staff rosters.
• Hands-on leadership with problem-solving skills.
• Valid food safety and hygiene certification.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across varying shifts during peak hours.
• Manage food production, quality control, and plate presentation standards.
• Monitor stock control, inventory levels, and ordering while minimizing waste.
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff to maintain consistency and morale.
• Ensure strict health, safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Quality control

Cost control

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across varying shifts, ensuring seamless service during peak hours
• Manage food production, quality control, and plate presentation standards
• Monitor stock control, inventory levels, and ordering while minimizing food waste
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff to maintain consistency and high morale
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance standards

Requirements

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of kitchen management or head chef experience in a busy restaurant or hospitality environment
• Proven ability to manage shift operations, inventory, and staff rosters effectively
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
• Valid food safety and hygiene certification
• Flexibility to work rotational shifts, weekends, and public holidays