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🥝 Head Chef
Persona Staff | somerset west, South-Africa | Posted June 10, 2026
Job Description
Key Responsibilities: - Develop and execute the menu, culinary concept, and overall guest experience
- Take full responsibility for kitchen operations, including quality, consistency, and food safety standards
- Manage food costs, stock control, supplier relationships, and procurement
- Recruit, lead, and develop the kitchen team
- Drive innovation through seasonal menus, events, and function offerings
- Ensure efficient day-to-day operations aligned to profitability and performance targets
Requirements: - Proven experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Senior Sous Chef
- Strong understanding of cost control, kitchen management, and operational efficiency
- Ability to build and manage a kitchen team within a new operation
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ownership of a business unit
- Comfortable operating within a partnership / prof...