Head Chef – Gauteng at Tashas Group

, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Kitchen Leadership, Culinary Operations, Food Production, Quality Assurance, Cost Control, People Development, Mentorship, Food Safety, Hygiene Compliance, Menu Development, Portion Control, Operational Efficiency, Staff Training, Procurement, Waste Reduction, Culinary Innovation

Industry

Restaurants

Description

About the Role At Tashas Group, beautiful food sits at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for an experienced and inspiring Head Chef to lead our back-of-house operations across Gauteng, supporting our restaurants in Johannesburg and Pretoria. This is a leadership role for someone who is passionate about culinary excellence, thrives on developing people, and takes pride in creating kitchens that consistently deliver exceptional food and outstanding standards. Working closely with the Executive Head Chef South Africa and the wider Group Culinary Team, you will help shape the future of our kitchens through strong operational leadership, training, mentorship, and a relentless commitment to quality. If you believe that great food starts with great people, and that leadership is about raising others up while setting the standard yourself, we'd love to hear from you. Your Mission You will champion our culinary values and inspire kitchen teams to uphold the exceptional standards of taste, presentation, consistency and performance that define our brands. As a guardian of quality and a mentor to those around you, you will ensure that every kitchen within your region operates efficiently, safely and consistently, while creating opportunities for growth and development across the back-of-house team. What You'll Be Doing Kitchen Leadership & Operations Lead and support kitchen operations across all Gauteng locations. Ensure consistency in food production, recipes, portion control and presentation standards. Drive operational excellence and efficiency across multiple kitchens. Maintain and continuously improve back-of-house systems and procedures. Collaborate closely with the Executive Head Chef and Group Culinary Team to uphold best practices and standards. Quality & Cost Control Uphold premium food quality standards across all locations. Conduct regular tastings, quality reviews and coaching sessions. Support effective food cost management, ingredient optimisation and waste reduction. Ensure accurate production, storage and procurement records are maintained. Menu Development Collaborate on menu development, seasonal updates and culinary innovation. Present new ideas and dishes for review and approval. Work alongside beverage teams to maximise ingredient utilisation and creativity. Health, Safety & Compliance Maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. Support safe, efficient and compliant kitchen environments. Ensure all compliance documentation and reporting requirements are completed accurately. People Development & Training Support and develop kitchen managers, head chefs and back-of-house teams. Partner with the Group Culinary Trainer to implement training and development programmes. Foster a culture of learning, accountability and continuous improvement. Provide coaching, mentorship and constructive performance feedback. Lead by example and embody our values of excellence, generosity and teamwork. Innovation & Inspiration Stay connected to emerging culinary trends and techniques. Bring fresh thinking and creativity to food development and kitchen operations. Contribute ideas that enhance both the guest experience and team performance. What We're Looking For Extensive professional culinary experience, including leadership of multiple teams or locations. Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food production, quality assurance and cost control. Experience developing and mentoring culinary talent. Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene and compliance standards. Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills. A hands-on approach and a genuine passion for people development. A commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. What You'll Love Being part of a founder-led company built on passion, quality and genuine hospitality. Working alongside talented chefs and teams who care deeply about their craft. Helping shape the next generation of culinary talent. Contributing to restaurants known for beautiful food, stunning environments and engaging service. A supportive, collaborative culture that values growth, creativity and excellence. Competitive compensation and opportunities for long-term career development.

Responsibilities

Lead and support back-of-house operations across multiple Gauteng locations to ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and performance. Mentor kitchen teams and collaborate with the Group Culinary Team to drive operational excellence and menu innovation.