Head Chef: New High-End, Italian- Inspired Restaurant

Wednesday, 27 August, 2025
Zelda Oelofse-Cornthwaite     0823996381
Paarl  

Our Client has been a firm and longstanding favourite of Johannesburg’s food scene ever since it served up its first dish 17 years ago, redolent with the flavours of authentic Italian cuisine. The restaurant offers an irresistible combination of warm hospitality and outstanding food. A number of awards cemented the brand’s reputation as one of the very best Italian eateries.

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Head Chef to join their team.

Position Profile: 

We seek a talented Head Chef with a passion for Italian-inspired cuisine, strong business acumen, experience in a start-up restaurant beneficial. The successful candidate will be guest-focused, a strong leader capable of effectively managing and developing a small team and possess a minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a Head Chef capacity within a high-volume upmarket restaurant environment.

(Strategically located between Paarl and Franschhoek)

Skills and Experience Required: 

  • Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a Head Chef capacity within a high-volume upmarket restaurant environment
  • Previous experience in producing Italian-inspired cuisine preferred
  • We are looking for individuals with a STABLE TRACK RECORD
  • High focus on food quality and presentation
  • Eager to learn and grow with the company
  • Only candidates already residing in Paarl / Wellington / Franschhoek areas will be considered

Start Date: Priority Position

Due to the high volume of CV’s received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

 Apply:

Email your updated CV, and Motivation to Zelda: info@pmrecruitment.co.za

POSITION LINK: https://pmrecruitment.co.za/jobs/head-chef-exciting-new-high-end-italian-inspired-restaurant-strategically-located-between-paarl-franschhoek/

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