Senior Event Chef de Partie — Luxury Catering Lead

Placements24; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Career development opportunities

Access to premium ingredients

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Event Chef de Partie to join our catering services in Midrand, Gauteng. This role focuses on delivering exquisite dishes and managing kitchen operations within a fast-paced events environment.

You will plan and execute menus, supervise sections, collaborate on costing, and ensure hygiene standards. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in high-volume catering or fine dining and a recognized culinary qualification.

Qualifications

• A recognized culinary qualification from a reputable institution.
• Minimum of 5 years as a Chef de Partie in high-volume catering or fine-dining.
• Proven event catering experience is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, cuisines, and presentation.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Midrand.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute high-quality dishes for events, ensuring consistency and adherence to recipes.
• Oversee specific kitchen sections, manage junior staff and ensure efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and Sous Chef on menu planning, costing, and sourcing.
• Maintain impeccable standards of food hygiene, safety, and sanitation.
• Manage inventory and stock rotation for assigned sections, minimizing waste and controlling costs.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff to foster a positive work environment.
• Adapt to varying event demands, including last-minute changes while maintaining quality.
• Ensure all culinary equipment is properly maintained and utilized.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Menu planning

Cost control

Inventory management

Time management

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Event Chef de Partie to join our catering services in Midrand, Gauteng. This role focuses on delivering exquisite dishes and managing kitchen operations within a fast-paced events environment.

You will plan and execute menus, supervise sections, collaborate on costing, and ensure hygiene standards. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in high-volume catering or fine dining and a recognized culinary qualification.