Lead Kitchen Manager - Culinary Ops & Guest Experience

EDITION; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Marriott International in Cape Town seeks an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, lead staff, and manage food-related functions. The role emphasizes maintaining quality, safety, and budget targets while developing the team and ensuring guest satisfaction.

The candidate will supervise all kitchen areas, participate in food preparation, and uphold sanitation and standards across departments, contributing to excellent guest experiences and smooth operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years in culinary, food and beverage, or related area.
• 2-year degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel/Restaurant Management; 2 years in related area.

Responsibilities

• Manages kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.
• Estimates daily production needs and communicates to kitchen staff.
• Prepares and cooks foods, including for special events.
• Guides and develops staff, ensuring sanitation and food safety standards.

Skills

Staff leadership

Customer service

Sanitation & safety

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year culinary/restaurant degree

Tools

Labor Management System

Job description

Marriott International in Cape Town seeks an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, lead staff, and manage food-related functions. The role emphasizes maintaining quality, safety, and budget targets while developing the team and ensuring guest satisfaction.

The candidate will supervise all kitchen areas, participate in food preparation, and uphold sanitation and standards across departments, contributing to excellent guest experiences and smooth operations.