Kitchen Manager

Cracker Zac's is seeking a strong, disciplined Kitchen Manager to take full ownership of kitchen operations in a fast-paced entertainment and hospitality environment.

This is a leadership role for someone who understands that kitchen management is about operational control, cost discipline, and consistency — not just cooking. We are looking for a commercially aware professional who can manage food cost, control stock, lead a team under pressure, and maintain high standards during peak trading periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations during service
• Take ownership of food cost control and waste management
• Conduct stock counts and investigate variances
• Oversee ordering, supplier management, and stock rotation
• Enforce strict food safety and hygiene standards
• Supervise, train, and manage kitchen staff performance
• Ensure consistency in recipes, portion control, and presentation
• Maintain operational discipline and kitchen efficiency

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Kitchen Manager or senior leadership role
• Proven experience managing food cost and stock control
• Strong operational discipline and attention to detail
• Ability to lead confidently in high-pressure service environments
• Commercial mindset with focus on efficiency and margin control
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Experience in high-volume restaurants or entertainment venues will be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive, market-related salary
• Stable leadership role within an established brand
• Opportunity to grow within a performance-driven business

This role is suited to a leader who takes ownership, demands high standards, and thrives in structured, results-focused environments.

To apply: Email your CV to careers@crackerzacs.co.za with the subject line "Menlyn Kitchen Manager".

Pay: R15 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Menlyn Park, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Restaurant Kitchen: 5 years (Required)
• Stock Control + Production: 3 years (Required)
• Kitchen Manager or senior leadership: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person