Executive Chef

Recruiter:

Phoenix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB001117/DB

Date posted:

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Location:

Umhlanga , South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Large luxury Hotel based in Umhlanga is looking for an Executive Chef.

The Executive Chef is responsible for all food production in the restaurant, conferences and banqueting, room service and any other food outlets.

This includes developing and costing menus, orders and recipe development, while maintaining the highest professional food quality and sanitation standards.

The position is primarily concerned with three main functional activities: supervision, food production and administration. The Executive Chef will manage a team beneath him/her.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

Matric
Professional Qualification in Culinary Arts
3 – 5 Years previous Executive Chef experience in a 4/5* environment
Able to create and cost menus as well as recipes
Hands-on Problem-Solving approach and the ability to remain calm under pressure
Customer service driven with outstanding communication and active listening skills
Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently
Effective communication with members of staff as well as Guests of the Hotel
Honest and trustworthy beyond approach
Great attention to detail
Presentable/Professional appearance and well spoken
Team Player who leads by example
Proactive in approach
Interpersonal skills
Leadership skills and ability to delegate effectively
Think creatively
Please note that relocation costs will be for your own expense should your application be successful and you reside outside of the city where the Hotel is located.

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