Executive Chef - Port Edward at Sun International

Wild Coast Sun is looking for a dynamic and driven individual to join our team in the role of Executive Chef. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing and innovative environment, where your skills and ideas will be valued.

Job Description

Job purpose:

• Responsible and accountable for the effective leadership of quality and innovative culinary production, presentation and standards across the kitchen operations with the aim of maximising the revenue potential of culinary products on the complex

Job Scope & Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage culinary strategy and execution for the complex
• Accountable for departmental budget, expense management and food cost
• Planning
• Conceptual thinking
• Decision-making
• Influencing
• Attention to detail
• Reviewing / evaluating (feasibility / compliance / alternatives/ etc.)
• Developing relationships
• Innovation & continuous Improvement
• Customer Service orientation
• Taking information through the senses
• People leadership & motivation

Core behavioural competencies: 

Job Requirements

Minimum qualification

• 3-Year Hotel School / Culinary Diploma

Minimum job-related experience

• 9-10 years in the culinary industry of which at least 5 years are at a management level

Certifications/Accreditation/Registration/Licenses 

• Registration with the SA Chefs Association

Work conditions and special requirements 

• Required to work overtime in line with operational requirements