Head Chef

3 KITCHENS at Silver Forest Boutique Hotel & Spa is seeking a hands-on, disciplined Head Chef to lead our kitchen brigade in a busy bistro-brasserie style restaurant.

We operate breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, specialising in grill dishes, wood-fired pizza and Spanish-inspired tapas. We are systems-driven, quality-focused and financially accountable.

The Role

You will lead a team of 7 full-time chefs, taking full responsibility for:

• Food quality and consistency
• Food cost and GP control
• Labour management in line with budgets
• Hygiene standards and compliance
• Kitchen culture and discipline

This is a leadership role for a chef who understands that great kitchens are built on structure, systems and accountability.

Salary & Performance Bonus

Basic Salary:
R20,000 – R25,000 gross per month
(Dependent on experience and proven track record)

Quarterly Performance Bonus Structure
Performance bonuses are paid quarterly based on:

✔ Food Cost control within company GP targets
✔ Labour cost control in line with approved budgets
✔ Kitchen hygiene & compliance standards
✔ Client feedback and online review performance

High performers who consistently hit operational and financial targets will earn meaningful additional income.

This role rewards chefs who understand both food and numbers.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as Head Chef in a bistro/brasserie environment
• Proven experience leading a team of 6+ chefs
• Strong stock control and ordering systems
• Demonstrated ability to manage food cost and achieve GP targets
• Experience in:
• Grill & hot section
• Wood-fired pizza
• Breakfast service
• Tapas / brasserie plating
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Must live near Somerset West (non-negotiable)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop kitchen team
• Maintain strict food quality and portion control
• Manage supplier relationships and stock ordering
• Control wastage and achieve GP targets
• Ensure hygiene compliance at all times
• Work closely with restaurant management to deliver smooth service

We are looking for a professional who takes pride in running a profitable, organised kitchen — not just cooking.

Work Location: In person