Senior Catering Chef - Cape Town

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 860,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness benefits

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Senior Catering Chef in Cape Town to lead and innovate across events. You will design menus, manage food prep, and oversee kitchen operations while guiding a team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The role blends on-site kitchen leadership with remote menu planning and administrative tasks in a hybrid work environment, offering opportunities for growth in a vibrant catering setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading high-volume catering operations.
• Strong ability to design innovative menus for diverse events.
• Proven track record in food safety and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative and appealing menus tailored to client needs and dietary requirements.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and presentation, ensuring quality.
• Manage kitchen operations, including inventory control, ordering, and sanitation.
• Lead and mentor a team of kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Collaborate with events and operations teams for seamless catering execution.
• Source ingredients and build relationships with local suppliers.

Skills

Menu development

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Costing

Team management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Catering Chef to join their dynamic team in Cape Town . This role requires a creative culinary professional with a passion for delivering exceptional food experiences for a variety of events. You will be responsible for menu development, food preparation, kitchen management, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and presentation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a renowned catering service, working in a hybrid model that blends on-site kitchen leadership with remote menu planning and administrative tasks, fostering innovation and excellence in a vibrant culinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design innovative and appealing menus tailored to diverse client needs and dietary requirements.


• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and presentation, ensuring consistency and quality.


• Manage kitchen operations, including inventory control, ordering, and maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.


• Lead and mentor a team of kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culinary team.


• Collaborate with the events and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of catering services.


• Source high-quality ingredients and build strong relationships with local suppliers.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Chef , with a significant portion in a catering or high-volume food service environment.


• Proven expertise in menu creation , costing, and execution for various event types.


• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate kitchen staff.


• Excellent knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene practices .


• Creativity and a passion for culinary excellence, with an eye for detail in presentation.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setup, balancing on-site kitchen duties with remote planning and coordination.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.


• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.


• Health and wellness benefits.


• Opportunities for culinary innovation and professional growth.


• Access to high-quality kitchen facilities and premium ingredients.