Head Chef

In brief

**Overview** Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a Head Chef for a live-out position at a luxury wine farm in Stellenbosch. The salary is negotiable depending on experience. The role involves leading a high-performing kitchen team, driving creativity, and delivering an exceptional dining experience within a refined hospitality environment. The Head Chef will manage all aspects of the hotel kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, hygiene, and operational efficiency, while maintaining strong financial control and team leadership. **What you will do** * Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in food quality and presentation * Drive performance and profitability by minimising waste and maximising efficiency * Ensure effective food production and service to enhance guest satisfaction and revenue * Maintain stock control, inventory management, and secure storage practices * Monitor and manage food costs in line with budget expectations * Assist in preparing and managing operational and capital expenditure budgets * Implement control measures to mitigate financial and operational risks * Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and operational standards * Lead, train, and mentor the kitchen team to achieve high performance and consistency * Conduct performance appraisals and identify training and development needs * Oversee kitchen cleanliness, maintenance, and adherence to cleaning schedules * Manage stock takes and ensure accuracy and efficiency * Handle guest dietary requirements and special requests with attention to detail * Review guest feedback and implement improvements where necessary * Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure optimal kitchen functionality * Manage disciplinary processes in line with company policies * Foster strong working relationships within the team and across departments **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Minimum of 10 years’ experience in kitchen operations, with proven leadership experience * Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts is advantageous * Strong leadership skills with a hands-on management approach * Creative and innovative mindset with a passion for food excellence * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment * Strong financial acumen and cost control experience * Highly organised with strong administrative capabilities * Solid product knowledge and time management skills * Environmentally conscious with a willingness to learn and improve * Positive, energetic, and service-driven attitude **Who should apply** This role is ideal for a driven, talented, and experienced Head Chef who is a passionate culinary professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a prestigious wine farm setting. The successful candidate should be capable of leading a high-performing kitchen team, driving creativity, delivering an exceptional dining experience, and managing all aspects of a hotel kitchen with high standards of food quality, hygiene, operational efficiency, strong financial control, and team leadership. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/it-computer/other-it-computer/stellenbosch/head-chef-id-7614466 Source: jobmail

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