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Cape Town: Head Chef posted by Career Custodians

Cape Town: Head Chef posted by Career Custodians

Posted on 2025-08-28 00:00:00

Job Summary

SUMMARY

Responsible for developing and implementing high-quality, innovative menus and recipes that reflect the property’s culinary identity within price guidelines set by Group Support Services. Ensures guest satisfaction through excellent kitchen hygiene, stock and waste control, and a well-trained team.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATION: Matric & relevant Culinary Qualification
EXPERIENCE: At least 2 years in a similar role within a 4/5-star hotel
KNOWLEDGE: All aspects of hotel kitchen operations

COMPETENCIES

  • Communication: Verbal, comprehension

  • Cognition: Analysis, decision-making

  • Personal Effectiveness: Self-management, stress tolerance, attention to detail

  • Teamwork & Leadership: Collaboration, influencing others

  • Management: Strategic vision, business alignment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Management

  • Train, develop, and motivate kitchen staff

  • Enforce hygiene and safety protocols

  • Lead by example with professionalism and positive conduct

  • Oversee all culinary operations for smooth service delivery

  • Set performance standards for guest satisfaction

  • Manage kitchen supervisors: coaching, performance, discipline

  • Ensure clear communication across kitchen and departments

  • Share and implement Group Support updates

  • Report operational incidents that may impact other properties

  • Ensure proper storage and inventory standards

Operations

  • Develop consistent, high-quality recipes and menus aligned with the propertys brand and pricing

  • Maintain comprehensive hygiene practices

  • Address guest complaints promptly and professionally

Administration

  • Order stock timeously to prevent shortages and waste

  • Source best-value products

  • Maintain food labelling and storage standards

Financial

  • Implement waste management to control costs

  • Keep food costs within budget

  • Price menus competitively based on market and compset

  • Adhere to purchase order protocols

  • Manage headcount and productivity to align with budget

Human Resources

  • Oversee recruitment and onboarding in line with procedures

  • Conduct training, coaching, and performance reviews

  • Submit accurate HR documentation on time

  • Enforce dress code and hygiene standards

  • Apply fair discipline practices

  • Maintain up-to-date staff files

GENERAL

  • Participate in Duty and Night Manager shifts as required

  • Be available telephonically and via email at all times

  • Duties may evolve with business and operational needs

REVIEW CRITERIA

  • Professional appearance

  • Staff communication

  • Financial performance

  • Job knowledge

  • Urgency and initiative

  • Problem-solving ability

To apply for the position, please forward a motivational letter, an updated CV with a picture of yourself to *****@*****.co.za

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**Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 5 days please consider your application unsuccessful**
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