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Complex Executive Chef
The Capital Hotels, Apartments & Resorts
Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa 🇿🇦 South Africa
Posted 5 days ago (19 Sep 2026) Updated 5 days ago
Job Description
The Executive Chef leads the culinary operations of The Capital Hotels, overseeing menu creation, food preparation, and kitchen staff performance. He/she ensures high standards of quality, safety, and guest satisfaction across all dining venues. The role also manages inventory, budgeting, and collaborates with hotel management to enhance the culinary offering.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Culinary diploma or degree from an accredited institution
- • Minimum 5 years progressive experience in upscale hotel or resort kitchens
- • Proven leadership and team‑development abilities
- • Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and cost management
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Lead kitchen operations and supervise culinary team
- • Develop and innovate menus that reflect local and international flavors
- • Ensure food safety, hygiene, and quality standards are consistently met
- • Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to meet budget targets
- • Train and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff
- • Coordinate with front‑of‑house and hotel management to deliver exceptional guest experiences