Job Description

Vacancy: Chef Manager

Sodexo is seeking an experienced

Chef Manager

to take overall responsibility for kitchen and food service operations at our

Woodmead

site. The successful candidate will lead the kitchen team, ensure consistent food quality, maintain compliance with food safety standards, and manage operational and cost controls while delivering an excellent customer dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and oversee the preparation of meals in line with approved menus, recipes, and portion standards. Lead, supervise, and motivate the kitchen team to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery. Maintain and enforce high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation. Ensure full compliance with

HACCP

, food safety, and health & safety regulations. Manage stock control, ordering, deliveries, and correct stock rotation (

FIFO

). Control food costs, minimise waste, and support menu planning and implementation. Ensure timely preparation and service during all service periods. Implement and enforce standard operating procedures and company policies.

Requirements / Skills

Proven previous experience as a

Chef Manager

. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent culinary skills with a focus on quality, consistency, and presentation. Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen operations. Ability to work under pressure and manage time, costs, and resources effectively. Reliable, punctual, and accountable with a hands-on management approach. Own transport preferred.

To Apply:

Please email your CV to

recruitment@sodexo.co.za

Subject line:

Chef Manager / Head Chef - Woodmead

Closing Date:

9 January 2026

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R20000,00 - R25000,00 per month

Work Location: In person