TRAFFIC Western Cape

Wine Pairing Head Chef - Seasonal Menus & Luxury Dining

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

The University of Fort Hare is seeking a Head Chef to lead their culinary team. This role involves crafting seasonal menus, overseeing kitchen operations, and ensuring exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in fine dining, strong leadership skills, and advanced culinary techniques. An educational background in culinary arts is preferred. This position is based at a renowned wine estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa.

About This Role

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Salary Benchmark
$58,920/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Coordination Monitoring Speaking Time Management Active Listening
Common Technologies
Google Sheets Microsoft Excel GroupMe Barrington Software CookenPro Commercial CostGuard Culinary Software Services ChefTec Axxya Systems Nutritionist Pro GNOME Gnutrition

Job Overview

Date Posted
11 May 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

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Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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