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Full-time
Competitive Remuneration, Career Growth Opportunities
Posted 37d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead the Back of House operations to ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and adherence to brand standards. Manage the culinary team, oversee food costs, and maintain strict health and safety compliance.
Requirements
Requires previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, Executive Sous Chef, or Head Chef in a premium hospitality environment. Must possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of kitchen operations and HACCP standards.
Full job description
About the Role
As we prepare to open the doors to Le Parc by tashas in Mouille Point, we are looking for an experienced and inspiring Kitchen Manager to lead our Back of House team.
Le Parc is a new chapter within the Tashas Group—where exceptional food, refined dining and genuine hospitality come together to create unforgettable experiences. As Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for leading the kitchen operation, ensuring every dish reflects the quality, consistency and attention to detail that define our brand.
Working closely with the General Manager, you will build a high-performing culinary team, champion operational excellence and create a kitchen culture founded on respect, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Your Mission
You will lead the Back of House operation by inspiring your team to consistently deliver exceptional food while maintaining the highest standards of quality, organisation and food safety.
Through strong leadership, operational discipline and a passion for developing people, you will help establish Le Parc as one of Cape Town's leading dining destinations.
What You'll Be Doing
Kitchen Leadership & Operations
Lead the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring every service is executed with precision and consistency.
Oversee food preparation, production planning and service to maintain exceptional quality and efficiency.
Ensure recipes, cooking techniques, presentation standards and portion control are consistently followed.
Manage inventory, stock rotation, ordering and supplier relationships to support smooth operations.
Monitor food costs, waste and labour efficiencies while maintaining uncompromising quality.
Ensure opening, closing and cleaning procedures are completed to the highest standards.
Resolve operational challenges quickly while maintaining a calm and professional kitchen environment.
People & Culture
Recruit, lead, coach and develop a high-performing culinary team.
Foster a positive, respectful and collaborative kitchen culture built on accountability and teamwork.
Provide regular coaching, feedback and performance development to support career growth.
Ensure all new team members are effectively onboarded and trained.
Lead by example, promoting professionalism, integrity and pride in every aspect of the kitchen.
Build strong partnerships with the Front of House leadership team to ensure seamless service.
Culinary Excellence
Uphold the highest standards of food quality, flavour, consistency and presentation.
Ensure every plate leaving the kitchen reflects the values and standards of Le Parc by tashas.
Continuously review kitchen processes to improve quality, efficiency and guest satisfaction.
Inspire innovation while respecting the integrity and consistency of the menu.
Champion a culture where attention to detail is never compromised.
Commercial Performance
Take ownership of food cost management, stock control and waste reduction.
Support budgeting and operational planning to maximise profitability.
Analyse kitchen performance and implement improvements that strengthen operational efficiency.
Ensure purchasing and inventory practices align with business objectives.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP requirements and company policies.
Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation throughout the kitchen.
Promote a safe working environment by ensuring equipment is maintained and safety procedures are consistently followed.
Conduct regular compliance checks and ensure corrective actions are implemented where required.
What We're Looking For
Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, Executive Sous Chef or Head Chef within a premium hospitality environment.
Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to inspire, coach and develop culinary teams.
Excellent understanding of kitchen operations, stock management and food cost control.
Sound knowledge of food safety legislation and HACCP standards.
Exceptional organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance operational excellence and financial performance.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
A genuine passion for hospitality, culinary excellence and people development.
What You'll Love
Leading the Back of House operation for the opening of Le Parc by tashas.
Joining one of South Africa's most respected hospitality groups.
Building and developing a talented culinary team from the ground up.
Working in a culture that celebrates craftsmanship, excellence and genuine hospitality.
Playing a key leadership role in establishing one of Cape Town's newest dining destinations.
Competitive remuneration and outstanding opportunities for career growth within the Tashas Group.
At Le Parc by tashas, exceptional dining begins in the kitchen. If you're passionate about leading people, creating outstanding food and building a culture of excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
Related keywords
CulinaryHospitalityKitchen ManagementHACCPFood SafetyFood Cost ControlInventory ManagementPremium DiningBack of HouseStaff TrainingOperational EfficiencyWaste ReductionMenu IntegrityCape TownTashas Group
We are a hospitality group with multiple brands and concepts under one umbrella.
Industry
Restaurants
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
2005
Headquarters
London
LinkedIn followers
46,862
Tashas Group is a hospitality company. Originally from South Africa, the group encompasses a number of restaurant and luxury retail concepts including tashas, Flamingo Room by tashas, Avli by tashas, Galaxy Bar, Le Parc by tashas and Bungalo34 - with more in development. Each of these brands is guided by three core principles: Beautiful food. Stunning environments. Engaging service.
The group has a very hands-on and collaborative approach which benefits our partners with the experience, knowledge and systems that the team has developed over the past 20 years.
Offices: 3 Prospect Way, London, SW11 8BH, GB · Al Melaheyah Plaza Offices, Al Mina Road, Dubai, Office 204, Dubai, UAE, AE · 25 Christopherson St, Hyde Park, Johannesburg, Gauteng 2196, ZA
How many Hospitality jobs are open in Cape Town, South Africa right now?
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