Job Summary
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
• 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
• 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
Pension: Old Mutual – 6% company contribution with 6% employee contribution
Medical Aid: Discovery – 50% company contribution for employee and immediate dependants (optional)
Live-out position
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