Job Description - Head Chef


HEAD CHEF | ESTABLISHED CITY HOTEL | DURBAN CBD

Kendrick Recruitment is searching for an experienced and hands-on Head Chef for a well-established, contemporary hotel in the heart of Durban, offering multiple dining concepts, a rooftop restaurant and bar, a terrace restaurant, and active conferencing and events facilities.

The property forms part of an established African hospitality group, with a brand philosophy built around fresh, creative and seasonal cuisine. This is a high-volume, operationally demanding role across restaurant, banqueting, conferencing and room service, and requires a candidate who thrives in this environment.

Please note: Candidates must already be based in Durban. Relocation will not be considered for this role.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS



• Formal culinary qualification from a recognised institution



• Minimum 4 to 5 years’ experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a hotel environment



• Proven experience managing banqueting and conference catering (essential)



• Strong knowledge of food cost control and kitchen financial management



• Solid leadership experience managing medium to large kitchen teams



• Ability to perform in a structured, high-demand operational environment



• Professional, disciplined and detail-oriented



• Stable career history with contactable references

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES



• Full oversight of all kitchen operations across restaurant, banqueting, conferencing and room service



• Menu planning and implementation across all service areas



• Food cost management, stock control, purchasing and supplier relationships



• Strict compliance with hygiene, food safety and regulatory standards (HACCP)



• Full team management including scheduling, training and performance



• Close collaboration with food and beverage and sales teams to execute conferences, events and group bookings



• Contribution to departmental budgeting, forecasting and financial performance

PACKAGE



Gross Salary: R40,000 per month



Pension: Old Mutual – 6% company contribution with 6% employee contribution



Medical Aid: Discovery – 50% company contribution for employee and immediate dependants (optional)



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