Executive Chef
Executive Chef.
Ultra Luxury 5* Boutique Hotel – Mooi River KZN.
A renowned 5-star boutique hotel celebrated for its exceptional culinary experiences.
Specializing in crafting exquisite 4 or 6-course fine dining tasting menus that are served daily.
Our commitment to culinary excellence has made us a destination of choice for discerning guests.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Executive Chef to lead our culinary team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fine dining combined with a creative approach to menu development.
As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the kitchen department, managing a team of 13 staff, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop execute innovative 4 or 6-course tasting menus that align with our “fine dine” standards.
• Lead, mentor, plus manage a team of 13 kitchen staff, fostering a positive but productive work environment.
• Oversee all aspects of Cuisine operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, including presentation.
• Maintain strict hygiene with safety standards, ensuring compliance as per health regulations.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, control food costs to maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Continuously seek ways to improve and innovate our culinary offerings.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in a World Class establishment.
• Exceptional culinary skills with a strong emphasis on creativity and presentation.
• Excellent leadership together with team management abilities required.
• Strong organizational skills needed.
• In-depth knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory management plus cost control.
• Ability to work under pressure at the same time maintain high standards of quality & consistency.
• Formal culinary training including relevant certifications are preferred.
Salary R 30 000 including accommodation – utilities (lights and water) covered