Head Chef

Cape Town, South Africa Posted on 04/15/2026

we are seeking an experienced and hands-on Head Chef to lead the full kitchen operation, including restaurant, banqueting, conferencing, and room service. This role requires a strong operational leader who can balance food quality, cost control, team management, and consistency across all service areas. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a professional and efficient culinary operation aligned with brand standards and commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality and service standards.
  
• Lead menu planning and implementation for restaurant and banqueting functions.
  
• Manage food cost, stock control, purchasing, and supplier relationships.
  
• Ensure strict compliance with hygiene, food safety, and regulatory standards.
  
• Lead, train, and manage the kitchen team, including scheduling and performance management.
  
• Work closely with F&B and Sales to execute conferences, events, and group bookings efficiently.
  
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance of the department.
  

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Minimum 4-5 years' experience as an Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a hotel environment.
  
• Proven experience managing banqueting and conference catering.
  
• Strong knowledge of cost control and kitchen financial management.
  
• Solid leadership capability with experience managing medium to large teams.
  
• Ability to perform in a structured, high-demand operational environment.
  
• Professional, disciplined, and detail-oriented