Lead Chef - Luxury Hotel Kitchen Mastery

Zohorecruit; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 237,000 - 321,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a Head Chef for a luxury hotel in Midrand, Gauteng. You will lead the kitchen, uphold superior culinary standards, and ensure a high-quality dining experience for guests.

Candidates should have proven Head Chef or senior kitchen management experience, strong leadership, and expertise in food costing and menu development. This role offers a demanding, high-end hospitality environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Head Chef or senior kitchen management role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation and culinary techniques.
• Experience with food costing, stock control and budgets.
• Organisational and communication skills; ability to perform under pressure.
• Relevant culinary qualifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team and daily operations.
• Oversee food preparation, presentation and service.
• Develop and maintain high culinary standards.
• Plan menus and contribute creative ideas.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, stock, and wastage.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene compliance.
• Manage kitchen costs and achieve food cost targets.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Manage rosters and staffing priorities.
• Collaborate with hotel management to ensure guest service.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Menu development

Food costing

Kitchen operations

Communication

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a Head Chef for a luxury hotel in Midrand, Gauteng. You will lead the kitchen, uphold superior culinary standards, and ensure a high-quality dining experience for guests.

Candidates should have proven Head Chef or senior kitchen management experience, strong leadership, and expertise in food costing and menu development. This role offers a demanding, high-end hospitality environment with growth opportunities.