Senior Event Chef - Catering

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Staff meals provided during shifts

Discounts on company events

Creative culinary expression and menu-

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking a Senior Event Chef to lead the culinary team in Tembisa, delivering exceptional gastronomic experiences at diverse catered events. You will develop innovative menus, manage kitchen operations from prep to plating, uphold the highest standards of food safety and presentation, and work closely with event planners to exceed client expectations.

With strong leadership, you will train and mentor a dynamic kitchen staff, optimize food costing and inventory, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of chef experience, with emphasis on high-volume event catering.
• Strong menu planning, food costing, and kitchen management skills.
• Proven leadership and ability to train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Proficient in diverse cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design menus for diverse catering events.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, from prep to plating and QC.
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff for high performance.
• Maintain hygiene, sanitation, and safety compliance in the kitchen.
• Control inventory and costs, optimizing procurement for profitability.
• Collaborate with event planners to ensure seamless culinary experiences.

Skills

Menu planning

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety & sanitation

High-volume catering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and highly skilled Senior Event Chef to lead their culinary team in Tembisa . This role is crucial for delivering exceptional gastronomic experiences at a variety of catered events. You will be responsible for menu development, kitchen management, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and presentation, and working closely with the operations team to exceed client expectations. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef to make a significant impact on the culinary direction and success of a growing catering business.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and execute innovative menus for diverse catering events, considering seasonality and client briefs.
• Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and quality control.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culinary environment.
• Maintain rigorous hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards in the kitchen, adhering to all health regulations.
• Manage food inventory, control costs, and optimize procurement to ensure profitability without sacrificing quality.
• Collaborate with event planners and clients to understand their needs and ensure a seamless culinary experience.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a chef, with a significant portion in high-volume event catering or a similar fast-paced culinary environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in menu planning, food costing, and kitchen management.
• Strong leadership abilities and experience managing a kitchen team.
• Proficiency in various cooking techniques and culinary styles.
• Excellent understanding of food safety and sanitation protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting expertise and experience.
• Opportunities for creative culinary expression and menu innovation.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Staff meals provided during shifts and discounts on company events.
• A supportive and dynamic kitchen environment in Tembisa .