Franschhoek: Head Chef – 5* Hospitality Collection & Wine Estate – Franschhoek |Sl posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Urgent Vacancy: HEAD CHEF – Luxury Estate, Cape Winelands Location: Franschhoek, Cape Winelands region (Live-out, candidates based in surrounding areas; own transport essential) Property Type: High-end boutique hospitality collection & luxury wine estate Salary: R50,000 – R60,000 per month (DOE) Basis: Live-out position, must reside in the surrounding area and have reliable own transport Position Overview A prestigious luxury estate in the Cape Winelands is seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead its culinary operations and elevate the dining experience to the highest possible standard. You will be responsible for creating imaginative, world-class cuisine, managing all aspects of kitchen operations, and inspiring a brigade of culinary professionals. ✅ Key Responsibilities Lead menu development: define seasonal, locally inspired dishes with a strong focus on creativity, quality and presentation. Manage and oversee the full kitchen operation: production, plating, service coordination, and back-of-house logistics. Control food costs, waste, inventory, supplier relationships, procurement and budget management. Monitor kitchen grammar: compliance with hygiene, health & safety, HACCP standards; ensure consistent and rigorous quality control. Lead, train, mentor and schedule kitchen staff; build best-in-class kitchen culture. Work closely with F&B, front-of-house and estate leadership to align culinary delivery with guest experience goals and brand values. Act as a culinary ambassador: represent the estate at events, support marketing initiatives, and contribute to the overall guest journey. Maintain hands-on involvement during service peaks; retain a strong presence in kitchen operations and oversight. Requirements & Candidate Profile Minimum 5 years’ experience as Head Chef or Senior-level Chef in a fine-dining, 5* hospitality environment – essential Strong culinary credentials, formal qualification in culinary arts Proven track record of menu innovation, cost control, managing kitchen teams and delivering refined service in luxury settings. Excellent organisational, leadership and communication skills; ability to perform under pressure and remain hands-on. Solid financial acumen: comfortable with budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, KPI monitoring. Based within the Cape Winelands / surrounding area; live-out role with own transport essential. Passion for locally sourced, seasonal ingredients; strong presentation skills and attention to detail. Flexible to work varied hours including evenings, weekends and special functions. Package & Benefits Salary: R50,000 – R60,000 per month , depending on experience. Live-out role; accommodation not provided. Own transport required. Opportunity to lead and shape the culinary identity of a luxury estate with top-tier guest expectations. Career growth potential within prestigious hospitality environment. TO APPLY: Please submit your CV, a recent head-and-shoulders photograph, your food portfoliom contactable references, and a brief cover letter outlining your salary expectations and notice period. Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.