HOTEL EXEC HEAD CHEF with busy F&B Department in Cape Town

HOTEL EXEC HEAD CHEF with busy F&B Department in Cape Town

Situated in the heart of Cape Town, this well-known Hotel Group offers a full F&B; operation and a large kitchen brigade. With 150 luxury all suite rooms all designed with an elegant yet modernist approach. F&B; includes group functions for 50 to 250 pax, a 100-seater Restaurant and a Bistro Style 50-seater Restaurant. This ideal location in the modern and vibey part of Cape Town is within easy reach of all major tourism routes, restaurants, entertainment, and local attractions for corporate or leisure guests.

ProStaffSelect are in search of a highly qualified EXECUTIVE CHEF to deliver and oversee excellent culinary service and effectively lead the multi- kitchen team.





The executive chef will collaborate with multi-outlet leadership to maintain and ensure optimal operational efficiency. We are looking for an engaging, hands-on culinary expert with a positive attitude and enthusiasm for teamwork. A readiness to thrive under pressure is a must. Experience within hotel / multiple outlet operations with varying types of cuisines is ideal. The best candidate will bring a creative and detail-oriented perspective to the overall offering of this new world-class hotel.

REQUIREMENTS:

- Grade 12 and a Professional Cheffing qualification;
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience working in 5-star hotels, multi-outlet establishments or top awarded restaurants;
- Experience working as a Head Chef managing teams of varying size;
- Readiness to thrive under pressure and a highly organised / well-planned individual;
- Proven culinary creativity and innovation with deep knowledge of best culinary practices;
- Strong decision making, organisation & demonstrated leadership skills;
- Proven background in staff management and ability to recruit,





train and motivate staff to ensure a satisfactory experience for all guests;
- Natural affinity for problem-solving, positive influencer of others;
- Ability to consider the business aspects and a strong familiarity with finance practices;
- Precision and cleanliness and overall attention to detail;
- Willing to work long and irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Overseeing daily operations of the main kitchen and all outlets;
- Ongoing creation of innovative new menu items for all functions and events;
- Assisting and directing kitchen staff in meal preparation, creation, plating and delivery;
- Hiring, training and educating all kitchen staff;
- Establishing and maintaining an excellent supplier support;






- Considering the needs of the guests in all decisions;
- Ordering and purchasing of ingredients and maintaining of necessary inventory;
- Strict control of wastage and implementation of sanitary storage systems and protocols;
- Abide by all safety regulations to ensure employee safety and restaurant cleanliness;
- Ensuring guest satisfaction and seek feedback on menu items;
- Maintaining quality continually of the culinary product;
- Administrative duties related to staff and other management matters;
- Communicate kitchen needs to all management and owners;
- Staying current on developing and overseas trends within the culinary industry;
- Identifying and introducing new culinary techniques and production methods;






- Maintaining the kitchen and surrounding areas in conditions that meet the company standards and health code regulations

Job ID

361261

Job Title

HOTEL EXEC HEAD CHEF with busy F&B; Department in Cape Town

Employer Type

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Job Type

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FT/PT

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Province

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Town/City

Cape Town Central

Salary Type

Monthly

Salary

TBA on application

Start Date

December 2024 / January 2025

▶️ HOTEL EXEC HEAD CHEF with busy F&B Department in Cape Town
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