Executive Chef

Pietersburg, Limpopo, South Africa

Job Description

Qualifications

  • Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, Professional Cookery, or equivalent.
  • Food Safety/HACCP certification (essential).
  • Additional leadership or kitchen management training (advantageous).
Experience
  • 510+ years culinary experience in hotels, restaurants, lodges, or catering.
  • At least 24 years in a senior kitchen management role (Sous Chef / Head Chef).
  • Experience overseeing large or high-end kitchen operations.
Technical Skills
  • Strong knowledge of international and local cuisines.
  • Proficiency in recipe development, menu engineering, and costing.
  • Understanding of food safety laws, HACCP, and hygiene management.
  • Ability to manage stock, budgets, and kitchen administration.
  • Strong knife skills and advanced cooking techniques.
Core Competencies
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Strong organisational and multitasking ability.
  • Ability to work under pressure during high-volume service.
  • Creativity and innovation in food concepts.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Personal Attributes
  • Passionate, disciplined, and detail-oriented.
  • Professional, reliable, and hands-on leader.
  • Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills.
  • High standards of cleanliness and personal presentation.
  • Committed to quality, service, and continuous improvement.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1600721
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Pietersburg, Limpopo, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned