Job Overview:
The Head Chef is responsible for all culinary operations, including menu development, food preparation, kitchen staff management, and maintaining food quality and cost control standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and develop menu items that align with the restaurant`s concept
• Ensure food quality and consistency across all dishes
• Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling
• Order ingredients and supplies, maintaining optimal inventory levels
• Implement and maintain food safety and sanitation standards
• Control food costs and minimize waste
• Work with management to set and achieve financial goals
• Create seasonal specials and limited-time offerings
• Collaborate with the GM on menu pricing strategies
• Stay current with culinary trends and innovations

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of culinary experience in progressively responsible positions
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation techniques and ingredients
• Creativity and passion for food
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Food safety certification
• Physical stamina and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Head Chef/Executive Chef position available in Western Cape, Cape Town. This job position was posted by Fempower Personnel. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-02-27 at 13:00:26 in the Tourism Hospitality category

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