Job Description

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Training Head Chef - Luxury Hotel & Lodge Group
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Location: Cape Town, South Africa
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Salary: Negotiable DOE
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Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking a
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Training Head Chef
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for a prestigious
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luxury hotel and lodge group
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based in Cape Town. This is a dynamic and hands-on culinary leadership role that combines operational excellence with a passion for mentorship, training, and development. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary credentials, a desire to travel within South Africa, and a commitment to maintaining and elevating exceptional standards across multiple properties.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Operational Leadership:
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Lead and train kitchen teams at various lodge properties in accordance with the group's culinary directive.
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Ensure the highest standards of food quality, preparation, presentation, and hygiene.
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Maintain fridges, stores, and kitchen cleanliness in line with food safety standards.
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Control staff food in terms of cost, quality, and quantity.
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Conduct regular performance reviews and attend management meetings.
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Kitchen Administration & Financials:
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Monitor kitchen stock levels, minimize shortages and wastage, and maintain cost controls.
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Ensure asset management by keeping all kitchen equipment in excellent working condition.
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Analyze and review monthly accounts and address problem areas efficiently.
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Menu Development & Culinary Innovation:
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Implement and refine group menus across all outlets and properties.
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Ensure portion control and adherence to group presentation standards.
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Conduct quality checks to maintain consistency in flavor, appearance, and portion sizes.
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Training, Development & Mentorship:
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Identify and develop potential talent within kitchen teams for growth opportunities.
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Lead the execution of training programs, both internally and externally facilitated.
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Conduct and document performance appraisals and developmental feedback sessions.
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Champion professional growth, performance management, and succession planning initiatives.
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Rotation Between Properties:
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Spend one month at Upper Union Restaurant at the beginning of each two-month cycle for operations and menu planning.
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Travel to lodge properties every two months to guide, support, and implement culinary systems.
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Assist in mentoring Head Chefs and FOH teams at the properties, introducing updated systems and menus.
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Consolidate changes at Upper Union during the final weeks of the cycle.
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Requirements:
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Minimum of 10 years in restaurant environments, including 5 years in a Head Chef position.
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FOH experience is essential.
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Strong leadership and team development abilities.
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Must have no dependents due to the travel-intensive nature of the role.
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Based in Cape Town and willing to travel extensively across properties.
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Own reliable transportation.
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High-level attention to detail, guest-focused, and strong interpersonal skills.
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Must be self-disciplined, adaptable, solutions-oriented, and able to perform under pressure.
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A copy of your food portfolio is required for application.
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Perks & Working Conditions:
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While on Property:
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All food, accommodation, and laundry provided.
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While in Cape Town:
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One meal per day provided during shifts at Upper Union.
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All other personal costs are the candidate's responsibility.
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If you're passionate about culinary excellence, mentoring future talent, and eager for a role that blends training, travel, and creativity-send your CV and food portfolio to Kendrick Recruitment today.
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