HEAD CHEF – FINE DINING 5-STAR HOTEL
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Position Overview
Our client, a prestigious 5-star hotel in Abuja, Nigeria, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Head Chef to lead and manage the hotel’s kitchen operations.
The successful candidate must have a strong background in fine dining and 5-star hotel environments, with a proven track record of managing professional kitchen teams and maintaining consistently high culinary standards.
WESTERN AFRICAN CUISINE EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL
Candidates should have proven professional experience in preparing and managing Western African cuisine, as this is an essential requirement for the position.
Executive Chef
Multi Award winning 5* Hotel.
Polokwane Limpopo
We are looking for an experienced Hotel Executive Chef to oversee the culinary operations of the hotel, responsible for menu planning, food preparation, and kitchen management.
Responsibilies:
Overall management of the Main Kitchen and Additional Kitchens.
Menu planning and development, including accommodation of dietary requirements and allergies
Preparation and presentation of high-quality guest meals and staff meals
Training, supervision, performance management, and discipline of kitchen staff in line with company policies
Creating a respectful, productive, and positive working environment.
Solving problems in a kind, productive and uplifting manner.
No screaming, shouting, swearing or derogatory behaviour.
Ensuring compliance with all food safety, hygiene, health and safety legislation.
Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of all kitchen, storage, and scullery areas
Management of Food production for Conferences, Banqueting as well as weddings.
Strong leadership, creativity, and organizational skills are essential.
Extensive culinary experience and a passion for innovative cuisine.
Stock Control:
Managing stock control, ordering, stock takes, and minimising food wastage
Managing kitchen budgets and controlling food costs
Ensuring all kitchen equipment is maintained in good working order
Preparing duty rosters and managing staffing requirements
Guests Relations:
Liaising effectively with Front of House to ensure seamless service delivery
Engaging with guests to ensure satisfaction and address feedback professionally
Minimum Requirements:
Proven experience ( 5years) as a Head Chef in a high-end lodge, hotel, or restaurant environment
Relevant professional culinary qualification
Strong leadership, organisational, and people management skills
Sound knowledge of South African food safety, hygiene, and labour legislation
Experience with kitchen administration, stock control, and budgeting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hospitality environment
Commitment to professional conduct, teamwork, and company values
Food Portfolio is required.
Salary R 35 000 negotiable including accommodation
Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.
All applications must include the following:
- A correct, recent and updated CV, including detailed employment dates with the month and year clearly stated.
- Written references from previous employers.
- Contactable references with correct contact details.
- Copies of tertiary educational qualifications and relevant certificates.
- A recent, professional and presentable profile photograph.