Job Description

Senior Chef - The Kingdom Resort Pilanesberg - North West - South Africa
Lead the kitchen team to deliver consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and cost control. Drive menu innovation, maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, and ensure excellent guest satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team to achieve operational excellence.
• Manage rosters, performance, and development of all kitchen staff.
• Promote teamwork and a positive, professional working environment.

Menu & Food Production

• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Develop seasonal menus, specials, and function menus in collaboration with F&B management.
• Ensure consistent portioning, presentation, and quality standards across all outlets.
• Innovate and introduce new dishes that align with market trends and customer preferences.

Stock & Cost Control

• Manage ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships.
• Monitor and maintain food cost percentages, minimizing waste and pilferage.
• Ensure correct storage, labeling, and rotation of all stock.

Compliance & Standards

• Maintain strict compliance with food hygiene, HACCP, and Health & Safety standards.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and facilities are cleaned, maintained, and safe.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly checklists and audits.

Customer Experience & Service

• Ensure timely and high-quality food service during operations.
• Handle guest feedback and complaints in a professional and effective manner.
• Support front-of-house teams in delivering excellent service.

Administration & Reporting

• Prepare kitchen reports as required (e.g., wastage, stock levels, CoS tracking).
• Control overtime, scheduling, and kitchen budgets in line with operational needs.
• Assist F&B management in planning events and catering requirements.

Additional Expectations

• Lead by example in personal hygiene, professionalism, and work ethic.
• Be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• Ensure knowledge of emergency, fire, and evacuation procedures.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
South Africa's leading corporate player in the development and management of property and the leisure sector, currently has the following opportunity at The Kingdom Resort in Pilanesberg, Northwest. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the Group, preference shall be given, but not limited to, candidates from the designated groups.
Ref # 49/09
Apply for this Job

Skills Required