Job Description

Closing Date: 2025-08-08
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Skilled
Experience: Between 5 - 7 Years
EE/AA: No
Summary
Executive Chef - 5 Boutique Hotel - Paarl Region, Western Cape
Are you a passionate, dynamic and business-minded Executive Chef looking for a unique opportunity to make your mark? A prestigious 5-star boutique hotel in the heart of the scenic Paarl region is seeking a visionary culinary professional to lead its kitchen and oversee the hotel's signature 130-seater restaurant, which includes both elegant indoor and relaxed outdoor dining areas.
This is your chance to take full ownership of a kitchen and restaurant operation as if it were your own--while enjoying the support and resources of a luxury property.
Description
What's on Offer:

• Carte Blanche on all new menu development - create and execute your culinary vision with full creative freedom.
• Focus on modern, Mediterranean-fusion cuisine using only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients.
• Drive and develop a high-end, casual dining experience that resonates with both local and international guests.
• Take charge of building your own dedicated kitchen brigade, instilling high standards through recruitment, mentoring, and training.
• Be instrumental in growing the restaurant's reputation with a strong focus on lunch service and daytime trade.
• Full control of kitchen systems, food costings, hygiene, procurement, and kitchen operations.

• Proven experience in a 5-star hotel or fine dining environment is essential.
• Strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for developing people and growing a brand.
• Must be both creatively inspired and operationally strong, with an understanding of food trends, cost control, and kitchen management.
• A confident, engaging personality capable of interacting with guests and front-of-house teams to create a warm, seamless dining experience.
• A love for food, hospitality, and continuous improvement.