CHEFS NEEDED URGENTLY
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• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety regulations and appropriate hygiene practices. This means that the chef should be appropriately clothed in line with H&S prescriptions. It also means that the kitchen area and food preparation and cooking should take place in a hygienic manner.
• Inspect and constantly ensure that food preparation areas are clean and well-maintained. This includes cooking equipment and work surfaces, to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices and conformance to established standards.
• Report any operational problems (faulty/damaged equipment) that could hinder daily operations.
• Estimates amounts of required supplies, such as food and ingredients. Understanding of portion ratio and costing.
• Submit daily requisitions to order stock required for the day, taking into account trends, and busy week periods/peak periods. Ensure the stock requisition process is followed for all food items and spices required for food preparation.
• Check the quantity and quality of received stock, sign for, and take accountability of food stock received.
• Ensure that the stock received is of good quality to ensure the quality of meals. Able to report on food stock usage as per required as well as account for variances. Ensure that all the stock in food manufacturing and preparation is accounted for.
Sous Chef
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Specialized in Middle level & Senior level recruitment.Are you passionate about culinary excellence and thrive in high-end kitchen environments? We're seeking a talented and detail-oriented Sous Chef to join a prestigious fine dining restaurant in Lagos, Nigeria .
As the Sous Chef , you will be the right hand to the Executive Chef, helping lead a top-tier kitchen team and delivering exceptional food quality and presentation. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a creative and dynamic kitchen environment where excellence is the standard.
- Assist in menu planning and recipe development
- Supervise food preparation and kitchen operations
- Maintain the highest standards in food quality and presentation
- Train and manage kitchen staff
- Ensure hygiene, safety, and compliance with health regulations
- Support inventory control and cost management
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in a professional kitchen
- At least 1–2 years in a supervisory role (Junior Sous Chef or Chef de Partie)
- Strong leadership, time management, and organizational skills
- Experience in fine dining or luxury restaurants
- Culinary degree or relevant certification is a plus
South African, Lebanese, Italian, or any expatriate with exceptional fine dining experience
Salary: Starting at $1,500/month (negotiable based on experience)
Start Date: Immediate or as soon as possible
Ready to bring your culinary expertise to the next level?
Apply now by sending your resume to
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Seniority level- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Production
- Industries Hotels and Motels and Restaurants
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#J-18808-LjbffrSous Chef - Talent pool
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- Oversee and maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen – Q PRO specific
- Implement new innovative and creative ideas (on meals and functions)
- Oversee and monitor the quality of food and presentation thereof
- Manage & train staff
- Quality & quantity controls on all food products.
- Keeping an update of market trends and reacting on these effectively and efficiently
- Responsible for food budgets and to achieve their requirements
- Guarantee that all communications between service areas and kitchen run smoothly
- Oversee and maintain hygiene standards in the kitchen – Q PRO specific
- Implement new innovative and creative ideas (on meals and functions)
- Oversee and monitor the quality of food and presentation thereof
- Manage & train staff
- Quality & quantity controls on all food products.
- Keeping an update of market trends and reacting on these effectively and efficiently
- Responsible for food budgets and to achieve their requirements
- Guarantee that all communications between service areas and kitchen run smoothly
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills: verbal and written
- Customer focused
- Commitment and excellence
- Initiative
- Organising/planning skills
- Productivity driven
- Cost awareness
- Computer literacy
- Business acumen
- Leadership
- Attention to detail
- 2-4 years relevant experience is essential
- Matric
- Diploma in Professional Cookery/ Relevant qualification
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Management and Manufacturing
- Industries Facilities Services
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#J-18808-LjbffrSous Chef with Food Styling Expertise
Posted 10 days ago
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What we are looking for:
A talented and experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading our culinary operations with a particular focus on food presentation and styling for luxury events, brand activations, and visual media.
Do you fit this profile?
You are passionate about both the taste and visual beauty of food. You combine culinary expertise with an artistic eye for detail, capable of delivering dishes that are both flavourful and visually compelling. You thrive in a fast-paced, high-end hospitality environment and enjoy collaborating across teams to bring creative concepts to life.
Hands on – execution
This role requires a strong sense of initiative, attention to detail, and a highly creative approach. You will play a key role in maintaining The Forum’s high standards of food presentation and in training the team to consistently execute with precision and flair. A background in food styling for events, editorials, or marketing content is essential.
Our purpose is to enhance lives through shared experiences, and as a Sous Chef at The Forum, you will be instrumental in ensuring that our food contributes powerfully to those memorable moments – both in taste and visual experience.
Culinary leadership
- Support the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations and food production.
- Maintain consistency and excellence in food quality, taste, and timing.
- Lead prep and service across multiple events and service styles (canapés, plated, buffet, food tastings).
Food styling and presentation
- Own the visual presentation of all dishes served.
- Collaborate with marketing and event teams on styled shoots, previews, and content creation.
- Train kitchen staff in modern plating techniques and styling practices.
Operational support
- Support inventory, stock rotation, and supplier liaison.
- Enforce food safety and hygiene practices according to HACCP standards.
- Monitor kitchen productivity and cost efficiency.
Client and team collaboration
- Participate in menu development, tastings, and client meetings.
- Provide leadership and mentoring to junior chefs and kitchen assistants.
- Act as kitchen lead during Executive Chef absence.
REQUIREMENTS
The Forum Group is renowned for fine food, exceptional service, and premium event delivery. We serve private, social, and corporate clients who expect the highest standards.
- Experience in the luxury hospitality or high-end catering sectors is essential.
- You should have a recognised culinary qualification
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in premium event catering or hospitality kitchens,
- At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- A portfolio of styled food work or experience in editorial/photographic settings is highly desirable.
- Expert-level culinary and food styling skills
- Strong understanding of flavour profiles and ingredient pairings
- Leadership, mentoring, and communication ability
- High-level organisation and attention to detail
- Up-to-date knowledge of kitchen equipment and plating tools
- Experience with luxury catering or events a strong advantage
In addidion to sending your CV and portfolio to , we would appreciate a few minutes of your time in completing the qualifying questionnaire, via this link:
This questionnaire is developed to better understand your experience as well as application requirements.
Chef De Partie
Posted 13 days ago
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**Job Number**
**Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary
**Location** Protea Hotel Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, Maude Street, Sandton, South Africa, South Africa, 2126VIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Non-Management
**Additional Information:** This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Protea Hotel by Marriot Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.
General Kitchen
Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods to the Sous Chef to ensure optimum service to guests.
Ensure the quality of the food items and notify manager if a product does not meet specifications.
Prepare all potentially hazardous foods at the correct temperature according to the HACCP guidelines.
Follow appropriate personal hygiene procedures to ensure food served to guests is safe for consumption, including disinfecting hands prior to handling food and wearing a hat/hairnet and proper footwear.
Follow and ensure compliance with food safety and handling policies and procedures, such as product rotation, First In-First Out (FIFO); dating, labeling, cleaning, and organizing coolers/freezers/storage areas; and Cold Chain compliance, across all food-related departments and areas.
Ensure all the OHSA documents are updated daily.
Manage stock levels and ensure to communicate low stock levels to management.
Monitor the quantity of food that is prepared and the portions that are served in to control food waste and ensure that good food is not thrown away.
Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food using thermostats and thermometers, including monitoring freezer systems, such as fans, drains, and doors, for proper operation, and report issues or problems to facility management.
Assist with any training requirements.
Ensure all the associates are producing food on property standard and monitor the quality.
Sanitation and Maintenance
Wash and disinfect kitchen area including tables, tools, knives, and equipment to ensure sanitary conditions and meet the departmental standards, including using sanitizers required by health department.
Report all maintenance problems timeously.
Kitchen Tools & Equipment
Use kitchen tools safely and appropriately, including using appropriate tools to open cartons, boxes, and cans; keeping knives sharpened; using proper knife handling procedures; using correct knives for particular food item or specific task; using dry pads when moving hot material; and engaging all appropriate safety devices prior to operating equipment.
Monitor tools and equipment and provide ongoing training when required.
Food Preparation
Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist, establishing priority items.
Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.
Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
Monitor food quality while preparing food and throughout the day utilizing the HACCP forms and production charts.
Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator, according to freezer pull chart.
Set-up
Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish to be served to waiters or patrons, according to standards.
Serve food (for example, soup, desserts, sides, entrees) in proper portions onto dishes, plates, mugs, and bowls, ensuring proper plate appearance.
Education:
Qualification from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management
Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience
_This company is an equal opportunity employer._
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Protea Hotels by Marriott® is the leading hospitality brand in Africa and one of the most widely recognized hospitality brands on the continent, with over 60 hotels across South Africa, Zambia, Nigeria, Namibia, Tanzania and Uganda. If you have a passion for delivering every guest a personalized service experience and desire to be part of the 'Coolest Hotel Brand in South Africa', join the Protea Hotels by Marriott® team today! In joining Protea Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing globalteam, and **become** the best version of you.
Pastry Chef de Partie
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Preparing pastries, desserts and other baked goods
Following directions provided by the head chef.
Collaborating with the rest of the culinary team to ensure high-quality food and service.
Keeping your area of the kitchen safe and sanitary.
Stocktaking and ordering supplies for your station.
Improving your food preparation methods based on feedback.
Assisting in other areas of the kitchen when required.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Qualification from a culinary school
Experience working as a Pastry Chef role is essential
Ability to work well in a team.
Excellent listening and communication skills.
Knowledge of best practices for safety and sanitation.
Passion for delivering great food and service.
Multitasking and organizational ability.
Senior Chef de Partie
Posted 13 days ago
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**Job Number**
**Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary
**Location** Protea Hotel Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, Maude Street, Sandton, South Africa, South Africa, 2126VIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Non-Management
**Additional Information:** This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Protea Hotel by Marriot Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.
Description
- Manage and run a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
- Prepare, cook, and present dishes consistently to the required quality and standards.
- Supervise, guide, and train Commis Chefs and junior staff within the section.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness (HACCP compliance).
- Ensure mise en place is prepared and maintained for each service.
- Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering, and ensure proper rotation to minimize wastage.
- Collaborate with the Sous Chef and Head Chef on menu planning, costing and new dish development.
- Uphold kitchen discipline, teamwork, and professional standards at all times.
Minimum requirements.
- Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
- Culinary arts certificate or diploma preferred
- 3-5 years' experience as a Chef de Partie in a professional kitchen.
- Proven track record in at least one section (e.g., grill, sauce, larder, pastry) with ability to handle multiple sections if needed.
- Experience in high-volume OR fine dining kitchens, depending on the type of establishment.
- Supervisory experience - ability to lead commis chefs and apprentices.
_This company is an equal opportunity employer._
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Protea Hotels by Marriott® is the leading hospitality brand in Africa and one of the most widely recognized hospitality brands on the continent, with over 60 hotels across South Africa, Zambia, Nigeria, Namibia, Tanzania and Uganda. If you have a passion for delivering every guest a personalized service experience and desire to be part of the 'Coolest Hotel Brand in South Africa', join the Protea Hotels by Marriott® team today! In joining Protea Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing globalteam, and **become** the best version of you.
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Chef de Partie Pastry
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About us
We are a high-performance culinary team passionate about quality, creativity, and consistent delivery. Our pastry kitchen plays a critical role in our daily offering. We are looking for a Chef de Partie – Pastry to join the team and contribute to excellence every step of the way.
Role overview
As Chef de Partie – Pastry, you will be responsible for executing high-quality pastry products with a strong focus on cake work, icing, and piping. Working under the guidance of the Sous Pastry Chef, your key strength must be consistency, in taste, texture, presentation, and timing. You'll be part of a busy, fast-paced kitchen, where attention to detail, teamwork, and a calm, methodical approach are essential.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver consistent, high-standard pastry items including cakes, tarts, plated desserts, and baked goods.
- Take responsibility for the icing and piping of cakes, ensuring a polished and professional finish every time.
- Follow established recipes and techniques to ensure uniformity across all products.
- Assist in maintaining stock levels, mise en place, and prep schedules for the pastry section.
- Uphold hygiene and health & safety standards in line with regulations and company policy.
- Contribute to the development of new pastry items under the direction of senior chefs.
- Maintain a clean and organised workstation and support team members where needed.
REQUIREMENTS
- Matric
- Culinary qualification
- 1-2 years hospitality working experience
- Proven experience in a similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
- Advanced cake skills, particularly with icing, piping, and finishing techniques.
- Strong understanding of pastry fundamentals and a flair for presentation.
- Demonstrated commitment to consistency and quality.
- Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure.
- Good communication skills and a team-first attitude.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and events.
In addition to sending your CV to , we would appreciate a few minutes of your time in completing the qualifying questionnaire, via this link:
This questionnaire is developed to better understand your experience as well as application requirements.
Chef de Partie Pastry
Posted 2 days ago
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About us
We are a high-performance culinary team passionate about quality, creativity, and consistent delivery. Our pastry kitchen plays a critical role in our daily offering. We are looking for a Chef de Partie – Pastry to join the team and contribute to excellence every step of the way.
Role overview
As Chef de Partie – Pastry, you will be responsible for executing high-quality pastry products with a strong focus on cake work, icing, and piping. Working under the guidance of the Sous Pastry Chef, your key strength must be consistency, in taste, texture, presentation, and timing. You'll be part of a busy, fast-paced kitchen, where attention to detail, teamwork, and a calm, methodical approach are essential.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver consistent, high-standard pastry items including cakes, tarts, plated desserts, and baked goods.
- Take responsibility for the icing and piping of cakes, ensuring a polished and professional finish every time.
- Follow established recipes and techniques to ensure uniformity across all products.
- Assist in maintaining stock levels, mise en place, and prep schedules for the pastry section.
- Uphold hygiene and health & safety standards in line with regulations and company policy.
- Contribute to the development of new pastry items under the direction of senior chefs.
- Maintain a clean and organised workstation and support team members where needed.
REQUIREMENTS
- Matric
- Culinary qualification
- 1-2 years hospitality working experience
- Proven experience in a similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
- Advanced cake skills, particularly with icing, piping, and finishing techniques.
- Strong understanding of pastry fundamentals and a flair for presentation.
- Demonstrated commitment to consistency and quality.
- Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure.
- Good communication skills and a team-first attitude.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and events.
In addition to sending your CV to , we would appreciate a few minutes of your time in completing the qualifying questionnaire, via this link:
This questionnaire is developed to better understand your experience as well as application requirements.
Executive Chef
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The Capital Hotels, Apartments & Resorts provided pay rangeThis range is provided by The Capital Hotels, Apartments & Resorts. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay rangeThe Capital Hotels stands for equal opportunity while transforming the Hospitality Industry into a modern aspirational industry once again. We believe that the industry is broken and needs to reinvent the image of service and hospitality. We are achieving this through our incredible staff culture. Our dedicated staff believe in offering the highest level of guest service to our guests while maintaining their dignity and integrity. Our staff are our everything!
WHY WORK FOR US?
Our staff love coming to work as they feel respected, appreciated, heard, successful and secure. Imagine a company where managers don’t manage managers, we are all simply doers.
Making decisions in regard to our best employees also comes fast, where we recognise talent and reward it quickly through promotions. We don’t need to or want to wait for approval. We recruit on experience but promote on values — the core of which is rigor, disciplined thought and disciplined
Description:
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.
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric
- Professional Qualification in Culinary Arts
- 3 - 5 Years previous Executive Chef experience in a 4/5 Start 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
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Management and Manufacturing
- Industries Restaurants
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