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🥝 Head Chef / Chef-Partner

Helderberg Personnel CC | Somerset West, South Africa | Posted June 23, 2026

Job Description

My client, based in Somerset West is seeking to employ a Head Chef / Chef Partner.

The ideal candidate  will have proven experience as Head Chef / Executive Chef, or Senior Sous coupled with a strong background in cost control, GP management and kitchen administration.

The purpose of this position will be to create and lead a new restaurant on site – either as an independent concept or under a suitable franchise brand in a partnership model where our client provides the capital and share in the profit.

The Opportunity



  • Develop and lead a new restaurant from the ground up.

  • Our client provides the capital investment for fit out, equipment and initial working capital.

  • You operate as Chef-Partner, sharing in profits and upside.


Key Responsibilities


  • Concept development: menu, positioning, and overall guest experience.

  • Set up the kitchen: e...

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