Chef/Kitchen Manager, New Opening - Upmarket Restaurant, East Rand Mall

South Africa Gauteng Johannesburg

ZAR 18000 - 28000 Monthly

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Chef/Kitchen Manager, New Opening - Upmarket Restaurant, Boksburg

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Closing Date: 2026-08-27
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Management
Experience: Between 3 - 5 Years
EE/AA: No

Summary

Chef / Kitchen Manager – New Opening - Upmarket Restaurant – Boksburg

Salary: R20,000 – R25,000 per month

 

Our client, a vibrant and established Indian restaurant brand in Boksburg is seeking an experienced Chef / Kitchen Manager to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary professional with strong restaurant experience, excellent kitchen management skills and a passion for delivering consistently high-quality food.

 

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day kitchen operations, leading the culinary team and ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, hygiene and service within a busy restaurant environment.

Description

  • Oversee and manage all day-to-day kitchen operations.
  • Lead, manage and motivate the kitchen team.
  • Ensure consistent food quality, presentation and portion control.
  • Manage food preparation and service during busy lunch and dinner periods.
  • Plan and coordinate daily kitchen operations and service requirements.
  • Maintain high standards of food hygiene, health and safety.
  • Monitor food costs, wastage and portion control.
  • Manage stock levels, ordering and inventory control.
  • Liaise with suppliers and ensure quality of incoming products.
  • Ensure correct food storage, stock rotation and kitchen cleanliness.
  • Develop and maintain kitchen SOPs and operational standards.
  • Manage staff scheduling, training and performance.
  • Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and within budget.
  • Work closely with Front of House and Restaurant Management to ensure smooth service.
  • Handle kitchen-related guest feedback and resolve food quality concerns professionally.
  • Maintain a positive, disciplined and professional kitchen environment.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety and hygiene regulations.

 

Minimum Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Chef, Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a busy restaurant environment.
  • Restaurant experience is essential.
  • Strong kitchen management and team leadership experience.
  • Excellent knowledge of food preparation, quality control and kitchen operations.
  • Strong understanding of food costs, stock control and wastage management.
  • Experience managing and training kitchen staff.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure in a high-volume environment.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
  • Passion for delivering consistently high-quality food and service.
  • Ability to work shifts and 6 days per week.
  • Must live within 20kms of Boksburg

 

Package

  • Salary: R18,000 – R28,000 per month
  • This is a shift-based role working 6 days per week.

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