Remote Executive Chef & Culinary Director

Hoteljobs; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive executive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development

Exposure to high-profile events

Work from home

Remote culinary leadership

Career growth

Job summary

Hoteljobs is seeking an exceptional Remote Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a prestigious catering and events brand. You will design menus, develop recipes, and oversee sourcing and quality control from a remote kitchen, coordinating virtually with event teams and on-site staff.

The role emphasizes creative menu direction, flawless presentation, strict cost management, and seamless collaboration across nationwide high-end events.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an Executive Chef in high-end catering or luxury hospitality.
• Proven mastery of diverse cuisines and presentation.
• Strong cost management and menu development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative, high-quality menus for events and catering services.
• Create recipes, specifications, and plating guides for offerings.
• Oversee sourcing, vendor selection, and ingredient quality control.
• Collaborate with event planners and clients to understand culinary needs.
• Provide virtual guidance to on-site teams during events.
• Maintain highest standards of taste, presentation, and execution.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and waste reduction.

Skills

Executive Chef

Catering

Fine Dining

Remote Leadership

Cost Control

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Hoteljobs is seeking an exceptional Remote Executive Chef to lead culinary operations for a prestigious catering and events brand. You will design menus, develop recipes, and oversee sourcing and quality control from a remote kitchen, coordinating virtually with event teams and on-site staff.

The role emphasizes creative menu direction, flawless presentation, strict cost management, and seamless collaboration across nationwide high-end events.