Job Summary
Head Chef Farm-Style Dining & Experiential Venue | Gauteng Countryside Not your typical kitchen. Not your typical role. Set within a beautiful; nature-driven, multi-experience venue ; this is a space where food, creativity, and experience come together — from relaxed café dining to elevated, shared-table moments and large-scale events. We’re looking for a Head Chef who can lead, create, and grow — someone who understands that food here is not just about the plate, but about the entire experience. The Opportunity This is more than a Head Chef role. You will step into a kitchen with strong foundations and real potential ; with the opportunity to: · Shape menus across multiple dining styles (café, terrace, events) · Bring a farm-to-table; seasonal mindset to life · Develop your team and build a strong kitchen culture · Contribute to the growth and evolution of the offering · Be part of a venue that is constantly evolving creatively This is a role for someone who wants to grow into something bigger . The Role · Lead the day-to-day kitchen operations across multiple outlets · Drive menu development with a seasonal, produce-led approach · Maintain consistency; quality, and speed across all service styles · Manage and mentor a diverse kitchen team · Oversee stock; cost control, and supplier relationships · Execute high-volume service as well as events and functions · Ensure strong collaboration between kitchen and front of house What You Bring · A passion for fresh; simple, ingredient-driven food · Ability to work across different dining formats — from casual to more refined experiences · Strong leadership with the ability to manage; guide, and hold a team accountable · Calm under pressure — able to deliver during both service and events · A creative mindset with the ability to evolve menus and concepts · Solid understanding of cost control and kitchen operations What Success Looks Like · Food that is consistent; fresh, and aligned to the environment · A kitchen team that is motivated, structured, and performing · Smooth execution across café, terrace, and event offerings · Menus that evolve seasonally and keep guests coming back · Strong cost control without compromising quality