Senior Event Chef - Creative Menus & Kitchen Leadership

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional training allowance

Premium kitchen facilities

Cape Town employer

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Event Chef to lead culinary operations for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large corporate functions. You will design menus, oversee food preparation, manage kitchen staff, and ensure top-quality presentation.

The ideal candidate has senior-level experience in high-volume catering or fine dining, strong culinary skills, and solid knowledge of food safety, inventory, and cost control to deliver outstanding experiences for clients in Cape

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Chef or Head Chef in high-volume catering or fine dining.
• Exceptional culinary skills across cuisines and dietary requirements.
• Proficient in kitchen management, staff supervision, inventory, and cost control.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and health standards.
• Creative flair with ability to develop innovative dishes and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute creative and appealing menus for diverse catering events.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and presentation to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Manage kitchen operations, including inventory control, staff supervision, and adherence to hygiene and safety standards.
• Collaborate with the catering management team to ensure seamless event execution and client satisfaction.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering culinary excellence and teamwork.

Skills

Senior Chef/Head Chef

Menu design

Kitchen management

Food safety

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Event Chef to lead culinary operations for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large corporate functions. You will design menus, oversee food preparation, manage kitchen staff, and ensure top-quality presentation.

The ideal candidate has senior-level experience in high-volume catering or fine dining, strong culinary skills, and solid knowledge of food safety, inventory, and cost control to deliver outstanding experiences for clients in Cape