47 Chefs jobs in Randburg

Responsibilities:
• 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.

The International Hotel School Sunninghill Campus is seeking a Chef Lecturer to join our academic team.

Role Purpose: To teach and share your passion for the culinary industry with eager students, helping them grow and succeed in their careers. This role offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for dedicated individuals.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• NQF 5 qualification in culinary arts or hospitality
• City and Guilds Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking or Patisserie (beneficial)
• CATHSSETA scoping (beneficial)
• Certified as an Assessor
• Minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience
• At least 2 years of lecturing or teaching experience
• Experience with vocational, POE, and practical assessments
• Knowledge of academic compliance within the vocational education sector
• Experience in implementing and managing vocational assessments
• Proficient in computer software, apps, social media, and technology

Qualities:

• Passion for the company's mission
• Positive attitude and resilience
• Organized, efficient, and accurate
• Effective communicator
• Patient and helpful

To apply, visit our online application page.

Overview

The International Hotel School Pretoria Campus is looking for a Chef Lecturer to join our academic team.

The purpose of the role is to teach and share your passion for the culinary industry with eager young students; helping them grow individually, and ultimately playing a role in their career pat hs a nd success in life. This is a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience reserved for only the most incredible people.

• NQF 5 qualification in culinary arts / hospitality
• City and Guilds Diploma in Food Prep and Cooking / Patisserie beneficial
• CATHSSETA scoping beneficial
• Certified as an Assessor
• A minimum of 5 years relevant, practical industry experience
• A minimum of 2 years lecturing / teaching experience
• Vocational, POE and practical assessment experience

• Knowledge of academic compliance within the vocational educational sector
• Vocational, POE and practical assessment implementation and management experience
• Proficient in computer software, apps, social media, and technology in general

• Passion – for the company’s mission
• Positive attitude and endurance
• Extreme attention to detail
• Organised, efficient, and accurate in performance
• Skilled Communicator
• Patient and helpful

To apply, visit our online application page

Overview

The International Hotel School Pretoria Campus is looking for a Chef Lecturer to join our academic team. The purpose of the role is to teach and share your passion for the culinary industry with eager young students; helping them grow individually, and ultimately playing a role in their career paths and success in life.

• Teach culinary subjects and related coursework to students
• Support student growth and success through mentorship and practical training
• Contribute to the development and delivery of vocational education in the culinary arts

• NQF 5 qualification in culinary arts / hospitality
• City and Guilds Diploma in Food Prep and Cooking / Patisserie beneficial
• CATHSSETA scoping beneficial
• Certified as an Assessor
• A minimum of 5 years relevant, practical industry experience
• A minimum of 2 years lecturing / teaching experience
• Vocational, POE and practical assessment experience

• Knowledge of academic compliance within the vocational educational sector
• Vocational, POE and practical assessment implementation and management experience
• Proficient in computer software, apps, social media, and technology in general

• Passion – for the company’s mission
• Positive attitude and endurance
• Extreme attention to detail
• Organised, efficient, and accurate in performance
• Skilled Communicator
• Patient and helpful

To apply, visit our online application page.

Overview

Join to apply for the Sous Chef role at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts .

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.

Our Kitchen team is dedicated to accommodating guest & employee requests from the ordinary to the extraordinary. The deeply instilled Four Seasons culture is personified by its employees, people who share a single focus and are inspired to offer great service. Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has been ranked FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.”

The Underlying Principle: The Golden Rule – if you treat people well, the way you would like to be treated, they will do the same.

About the location: High up on the rocky Witwatersrand is where you’ll find us. Our Westcliff Hotel feels like a chic hillside village with nine sun-splashed villas woven with courtyards, fountains and gardens.

• Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to build a successful career with global potential.
• Have access to a robust benefit plan.
• Have the opportunity to engage in diverse and challenging work.
• Derive a sense of pride in work well done.
• Be recognized for excellence.

Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons – visit us at the following links: and

• Successful candidates must possess legal rights to work in South Africa.
• EE candidates including disabled applicants are welcome to apply.

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Travel Arrangements and Hospitality

EEO: Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview. If you have not heard from us within 10 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time.

Overview

Summary :

Position: Restaurant Sous Chef

Upmarket Bistro - Melrose, Johannesburg

Position Info :

Minimum 3 years’ experience | Culinary diploma essential | Expertise in à la carte, seasonal menus & breakfast buffet service | Passion for refined, bistro-style dining

Craft. Lead. Inspire.

Hospitality Hire is recruiting on behalf of an elegantly designed bistro in Melrose Arch. This stylish dining destination offers a contemporary yet relaxed atmosphere, delivering beautifully plated, flavour-forward dishes that celebrate fresh, seasonal produce. We are seeking an experienced and creative Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen, driving consistency, and elevating the guest experience.

As the Sous Chef, you will assist in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensure premium food quality, and inspire a talented brigade. This role is ideal for a chef who thrives in a refined yet dynamic environment and understands the art of modern bistro dining.

• Support the Head Chef in managing all aspects of kitchen operations
• Lead and mentor the culinary team, fostering creativity and precision
• Deliver consistently excellent à la carte, seasonal, and breakfast buffet offerings
• Collaborate on menu development, daily specials, and seasonal updates
• Oversee stock control, purchasing, and supplier relations
• Maintain strict hygiene, safety, and compliance standards
• Manage kitchen scheduling and labour costs efficiently
• Deputise for the Head Chef during absences

• Diploma or formal culinary qualification from a recognised institution
• Valid food safety and hygiene certification
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as Senior Sous Chef / Sous Chef in an upmarket bistro, fine dining, or boutique hotel
• Proven expertise in à la carte service, seasonal menu creation, and breakfast buffet presentation
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Solid knowledge of menu costing, GP%, and stock management
• South African citizenship or valid residency (no work permits offered)
• Excellent communication, time management, and organisational abilities

Only shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be contacted.

Overview

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

High up on the rocky Witwatersrand is where you’ll find us. Despite being in the middle of South Africa’s largest city, our Westcliff Hotel feels like a chic hillside village, with nine sun-splashed villas woven with courtyards, fountains and gardens. Take a ride up our glass elevator to meet friends for seasonally inspired dishes at Flames, visit our destination day spa that captures the serenity of the region with its nature-inspired treatments, or simply step out onto your room’s balcony to enjoy a quiet moment as you admire the endless treetops that stretch out before you.

Join Our Team at the iconic Four Seasons Hotel the Westcliff, Johannesburg. A stylish urban resort elevated on a hillside with panoramic views across the Johannesburg Zoo and the prestigious neighbourhoods’ of the Parks whilst working on a team that is built on mutual respect, collaboration, excellent service and passion for food and wine.

We seek a highly motivated and service-minded individual to join the Kitchen team as a Sous Chef .

The deeply instilled Four Seasons culture is personified by its employees, people who share a single focus and are inspired to offer great service. Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has been ranked FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.”

“The reason for our success is no secret. It comes down to one single principle that transcends time and geography, religion, and culture. It’s the Golden Rule – the simple idea that if you treat people well, the way you would like to be treated, they will do the same.” – Isadore Sharp, Founder and Chairman Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

Our Kitchen team is dedicated to accommodating guest & employee requests from the ordinary to the extraordinary.

• Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to build a successful career with global potential.
• Have access to a robust benefit plan.
• Have the opportunity to engage in diverse and challenging work.
• Derive a sense of pride in work well done.
• Be recognized for excellence.

Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons – visit us:

Further information:

Successful candidates must possess legal rights to work in South Africa

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview. Should you not have heard from us within 10 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time.

EE candidates including disabled applicants are welcome to apply.

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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?

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• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Production
• Industries Hotels and Motels and Restaurants

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About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

High up on the rocky Witwatersrand is where you’ll find us. Despite being in the middle of South Africa’s largest city, our Westcliff Hotel feels like a chic hillside village, with nine sun-splashed villas woven with courtyards, fountains and gardens. Take a ride up our glass elevator to meet friends for seasonally inspired dishes at Flames, visit our destination day spa that captures the serenity of the region with its nature-inspired treatments, or simply step out onto your room’s balcony to enjoy a quiet moment as you admire the endless treetops that stretch out before you.

Join Our Team at the iconic Four Seasons Hotel the Westcliff, Johannesburg. A stylish urban resort elevated on a hillside with panoramic views across the Johannesburg Zoo and the prestigious neighbourhoods’ of the Parks whilst working on a team that is built on mutual respect, collaboration, excellent service and passion for food and wine.

We seek a highly motivated and service-minded individual to join the Kitchen team as a Sous Chef.

The deeply instilled Four Seasons culture is personified by its employees, people who share a single focus and are inspired to offer great service. Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has been ranked FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.”

“The reason for our success is no secret. It comes down to one single principle that transcends time and geography, religion, and culture. It’s the Golden Rule – the simple idea that if you treat people well, the way you would like to be treated, they will do the same.” – Isadore Sharp, Founder and Chairman Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

Our Kitchen team is dedicated to accommodating guest & employee requests from the ordinary to the extraordinary.

• Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to build a successful career with global potential.
• Have access to a robust benefit plan.
• Have the opportunity to engage in diverse and challenging work.
• Derive a sense of pride in work well done.
• Be recognized for excellence.

Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons – visit us:

Successful candidates must possess legal rights to work in South Africa

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview. Should you not have heard from us within 10 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time.

EE candidates including disabled applicants are welcome to apply.