Executive Chef

Recruiter:

Phoenix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB001435/DB

Date posted:

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Location:

Sandton, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Luxury Boutique Hotel based close to Sandton, offering unparalleled comfort and personalized service to guests with exquisite dining experiences, stylish accommodation, and exceptional hospitality, is looking for an Executive Chef.

We are currently seeking a passionate, experienced, and visionary Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations. The Executive Chef will be responsible for the overall management, leadership, and performance of the kitchen and restaurant culinary offering, ensuring that the highest standards of food quality, creativity, and guest satisfaction are consistently delivered.

This role requires a hands-on leader who is deeply passionate about food and hospitality and who is motivated to build and shape the identity of the kitchen and restaurant. The successful candidate will be encouraged to bring their own culinary style, creativity, and vision while maintaining the refined standards expected in a luxury boutique hotel environment.

We are looking for a chef who will truly make the kitchen and restaurant their own – someone who takes pride and ownership in the culinary experience, builds a strong and passionate kitchen culture, and continuously strives to elevate the dining experience for guests.
The Executive Chef will oversee menu development, kitchen operations, supplier relationships, stock control, receiving of stock, invoice verification, and food costing, while mentoring and developing the kitchen brigade to perform at the highest level.

The role also requires strong operational and financial awareness, ensuring that purchasing, stock control, and cost management are carefully monitored while maintaining exceptional quality and consistency.

The ideal candidate will be innovative, organised, and passionate about delivering memorable dining experiences while helping to build and strengthen the culinary reputation.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Oversee all kitchen operations and maintain the highest culinary standards
Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen brigade
Develop innovative menus and seasonal specials
Take ownership of the kitchen and restaurant’s culinary identity
Maintain strict food cost, stock control, and purchasing procedures
Manage supplier relationships, deliveries, and invoice verification
Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency
Ensure full compliance with health, hygiene, and food safety regulations
Work closely with hotel management to enhance the overall guest dining experience

Requirements:

Grade 12
A formal culinary qualification
Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef, preferably within a luxury hotel or fine dining environment
Strong leadership and kitchen management skills
Excellent knowledge of food costing, stock control, receiving procedures, and kitchen administration
Ability to develop creative menus and drive culinary innovation
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced hospitality environment
A genuine passion for food, leadership, and delivering exceptional guest experiences

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