Executive Chef - Luxury Country Style Hotel

Executive Chef required for a Luxury Upmarket Country-Style Hotel in Pretoria region.

Key Responsibilities

• Culinary Excellence: Design and execute seasonal menus for a la carte, conferencing, and private functions, showcasing both country-style comfort and refined fine-dining techniques.
• Strategic Management: Full accountability for kitchen operations, including meticulous food costing, stock control, and supplier negotiations to maintain GP targets.
• Wine & Pairing: Collaborate on beverage programs, specifically assisting with wine pairings to elevate the guest dining experience.
• Leadership & IR: Manage, mentor, and train a full kitchen brigade. Handle Industrial Relations (IR) processes and performance management in line with labor legislation.
• Guest Interaction: Act as a brand ambassador, interacting with guests to ensure satisfaction and representing the culinary team at high-profile events.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Formal Culinary Qualification (Diploma/Degree) and Matric (Grade 12).
• Experience: Proven track record as an Executive Chef or high-level Head Chef within a 4/5-star hotel or luxury estate environment.
• Compliance: Valid South African ID and a deep understanding of health, safety, and hygiene (HACCP) standards.
• Logistics: Must reside in the Pretoria area with own reliable transport (essential).

Core Competencies

1: Technical Skills

• Advanced Costing and Budgeting
• Fine Dining and Plating Artistry
• Menu Engineering
• Event and Buffet Logistics

2: Soft Skills

• Exceptional Verbal Communication
• High-Pressure Decision Making
• Presentable and Professional Demeanor
• Conflict Resolution and Mentorship

Pay: From R30 000,00 per month

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• 4 to 5 star Executive or Head Chef : 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English and Afrikaans (Required)

License/Certification:

• Culinary Diploma or Certificate (Required)

Work Location: In person