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Executive Head Chef jobs in South Africa

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PTY
South Africa
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

A luxury hotel in South Africa is seeking an experienced Executive Head Chef to lead their culinary team. The successful candidate will manage kitchen operations, create innovative menus, and ensure high-quality dining experiences for guests. With a minimum of 10 years in a senior chef role within a luxury environment, candidates must possess strong operational skills and excellent team...

8 hours ago
The Royal Portfolio
Hoedspruit
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

A luxury hospitality company located in Limpopo, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Head Chef. The role involves menu development, managing kitchen operations and staff, and ensuring high guest satisfaction. Applicants should have at least 3 years' experience in a 5-star hotel or safari lodge kitchen, hold a qualification from a recognized Chef School, and possess strong leadership and...

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Zeebra Junction Specialist Recruitment
Tanzania

Position: Executive Head Chef Location: Zanzibar, Tanzania Reports to: Food & Beverage Manager / General Manager Contract Type: Full-time (2-year renewable contract) Start Date: January / February 2026 About the Opportunity My client an Established Beach Resort on the North Eastern seaboard of Zanzibar is seeking an exceptional culinary leader to take the helm of their kitchen operation in one...

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Grass Owl
Fourways

A busy restaurant and function venue is looking to hire an experienced executive head chef. Minimum requirements: - 3 years experience in similar position - Formal qualification from a reputable chef school - Strong knowledge on stock control - Strict hygiene controls - Able to run and control a busy pass - Do daily/weekly/monthly stock takes and submit GP's on time - Creative menu design and...

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BGA Recruitment
Johannesburg

A vacancy exists for an experienced Exec Head Chef for a prestigious golf course in the Sandton area Our client is looking for an energetic and passionate individual who will support our service-orientated team. DESCRIPTION OF MAIN DUTIES: Planning and preparation of food. • Stock management: Awareness of stock levels, keeping stocks to a minimum level and spot-checks. • Kitchen...

2 days ago
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Phoenix Recruitment
Ladysmith

Duties: Generating revenue and cutting costs Controlling weekly orders Waste and Breakages Management Ensuring the kitchen works as a team Training new & current staff members and educating them on the menu Act as the Leader in the Kitchen Generating revenue and cutting costs Ensure that all orders are within the budget Creating new menus and recipe development Ensure smooth running of service...

20 hours ago
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Empact Group
Stellenbosch
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

Purpose of the Role The Head Chef is responsible for developing and planning menus, establishing recipes and food purchase specifications, and coordinating, executing, supervising, and evaluating all food production activities within a fast-paced operation. The ideal candidate will be a qualified chef with the ability to manage both the strategic and day-to-day operations of the kitchen...

8 hours ago
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HR Talent Partner SA
Durbanville
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

Head Chef job vacancy in Durbanville, Cape Town. A very well-established restaurant is looking for an experienced Head Chef to join their team on a full time permanent basis (shifts includes weekends) in Durbanville, Cape Town. Extremely good compensation package on offer. Position Overview: The Head Chef will lead the kitchen team and oversee all food operations and production, maintaining...

8 hours ago
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Restaurant Careers
Durban
R30 000

Established upmarket restaurant / bar in Umhlanga is currently looking for a Head Chef. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in both chef and kitchen management roles, with a strong background in a la carte restaurant environment. The ability to effectively coordinate and manage a busy kitchen operation is essential. Key responsibilities will include...

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Bushwise
Rustenburg
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

A leading hospitality provider is seeking a skilled Head Chef / Senior Sous Chef for a property in the Madikwe Game Reserve. The ideal candidate will oversee kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality and guest satisfaction while bringing creativity to the lodge's culinary offerings. Required experience includes managing kitchen teams and food budgets, along with formal culinary training....

8 hours ago
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Tsebo Solutions Group
Milnerton
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

Duties & Responsibilities - Lead, motivate, and mentor the kitchen team. - Design seasonal, innovative menus aligned with our brand. - Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient service. - Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene. - Manage inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships. - Control food costs and minimise waste. - Ensure...

8 hours ago
The Legends Agency
KwaZulu-Natal
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

A premier lodge in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced Lodge Head Chef to lead culinary operations. You will be responsible for menu development, kitchen management, and ensuring food quality. Ideal candidates will have at least 4 years of experience in a 4-star environment and possess strong leadership skills. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the culinary experience in a...

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Pasta Boys
City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

Head Chef Pasta Boys, a new food startup, gearing up for launch in Cape Town. We are on the lookout for passionate culinary talents to join our family! We are currently hiring for the following positions: - Head Chef – dynamic leader to oversee kitchen/team operations. Experience in Italian cuisine, especially pasta, is a big bonus! - 3 x Assistant/Junior Cooks – If you have a passion for...

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The Royal Portfolio
Hoedspruit
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Create and develop the dining concept and food philosophy - Menu development, recipes, presentation guides, costings, etc. - Guest Satisfaction – ensure consistently high level of positive customer reviews/ comments - Overall management of the Kitchen Department operations, budgets and targets – ensure cost and wastage targets are met, if not exceeded and health...

8 hours ago
HR Talent Partner SA
Durbanville
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

A well-established restaurant in Durbanville is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team. Responsibilities include overseeing food operations, managing menu development, ensuring quality and consistency, and maintaining health and safety compliance. Candidates must have proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, strong leadership skills, and excellent cooking...

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Executive Head Chef, South Africa
Empact Group
Stellenbosch
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

A dynamic catering company in Stellenbosch is seeking a Head Chef to lead menu development and oversee kitchen operations. The ideal candidate must possess a tertiary qualification in Hospitality and culinary expertise, with a strong focus on team management and compliance with food safety standards. This role fosters culinary innovation and ensures quality food production while achieving budget...

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Bushwise
Rustenburg
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

Were are seeking a new Head Chef / a strong Senior Sous Chef for a property in the Madikwe Game Reserve North West. The Head chef will be able to head up the kitchen team and bring some new ideas and creativity into the food offerings at this Lodge. Responsibilities - Oversee all kitchen operations at the lodge ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and guest...

8 hours ago
PTY
South Africa
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

EXECUTIVE HEAD CHEF *LUXURY 5-STAR HOTEL, KZN Kwa-Zulu, EC, South Africa About the job EXECUTIVE HEAD CHEF *LUXURY 5-STAR HOTEL, KZN Career Growth, Hospitality Recruitment are looking to hire a commendable Executive Chef to manage the kitchen and its brigade at this 5-star luxury hotel. The executive chef attracts and retains staff, maintains a cooperative relationship with team members,...

8 hours ago
Bushwise
Zeerust
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

A luxury lodge in a game reserve seeks a passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen team. You will bring innovative ideas and ensure high standards in food quality, hygiene, and guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include menu planning, managing staff, cost control, and maintaining culinary excellence. Ideal candidates possess proven experience in lodge or hotel settings and formal culinary...

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Bushwise
Cape Town
R200 000 – R300 000 per year

The Head Chef is responsible for ensuring that the standard and quality of the food production and the hygiene within the department is maintained at the highest level at all times. This role is very much hands-on, requiring attention to detail and a positive work attitude. Responsibilities - Supervise the preparation of all food - Ensure all food is prepared as per food preparation...

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