Executive Chef

Kendrick Recruitment

Location
Hazyview, Mpumalanga
Contract
Permanent
Salary (as advertised)
R30 000 – R40 000 per month
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Executive Chef at a luxury retreat and spa located in Hazyview, Mpumalanga. Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and passionate individual to lead all culinary operations, focusing on high-end hospitality and delivering exceptional dining experiences. **What you will do** * Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and service. * Develop creative menus that reflect the property’s luxury offering and guest expectations. * Lead, train and motivate the kitchen team to maintain excellent performance. * Manage food costs, stock control, purchasing and kitchen budgets. * Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health regulations. * Monitor portion control, minimise wastage and maintain efficient kitchen operations. * Work closely with the management team to enhance the overall guest experience. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a senior culinary role within a luxury hotel, lodge or retreat. * Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. * Excellent menu planning, costing and stock management abilities. * A passion for quality ingredients, innovative cuisine and exceptional presentation. * The ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high standards. * A relevant culinary qualification will be advantageous. **Who should apply** An experienced and passionate Executive Chef with a strong background in high-end hospitality. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills, along with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. They should also have excellent menu planning, costing, and stock management abilities, a passion for quality ingredients, innovative cuisine, and exceptional presentation, and the ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high standards. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/it-computer/other-it-computer/hazyview/executive-chef-id-7603098 Source: jobmail

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Job description

Executive Chef – Luxury Retreat & Spa, Hazyview Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations at a luxury retreat and spa in Hazyview, Mpumalanga. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-end hospitality, excellent leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and service. * Develop creative menus that reflect the property’s luxury offering and guest expectations. * Lead, train and motivate the kitchen team to maintain excellent performance. * Manage food costs, stock control, purchasing and kitchen budgets. * Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health regulations. * Monitor portion control, minimise wastage and maintain efficient kitchen operations. * Work closely with the management team to enhance the overall guest experience. Requirements: * Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a senior culinary role within a luxury hotel, lodge or retreat. * Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. * Excellent menu planning, costing and stock management abilities. * A passion for quality ingredients, innovative cuisine and exceptional presentation. * The ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high standards. * A relevant culinary qualification will be advantageous. Salary: R30,000 – R40,000 per month, negotiable depending on experience. Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their CV for consideration. Kendrick Recruitment Recruiter

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